Drug Manufacturing in Collier County, Florida
16 cases (2023-2025) · Collier County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Collier County prosecutes drug manufacturing with zero tolerance. All cases result in guilty (87.5 percent) or withheld adjudication (12.5 percent)—a 100 percent conviction rate. Zero dismissals versus statewide 6.1 percent; zero diversion versus statewide 2.9 percent. The State Attorney permits no alternatives for drug manufacturing.
Sentences are severe: averaging 1,820 days (over five years) with median at 1,096 days (three years). Sixty-two point five percent receive prison time. Probation averages 1,278 days. Sixty-eight point eight percent retain private attorneys—unusually high, reflecting either wealthy defendants or the most serious operations. Collier treats drug manufacturing as a major felony demanding maximum punishment.
Figures cover 16 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 87.5% of 16 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 16 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 10 | 5.4 years |
| County Jail | 1 | 0 year, 12 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Drug Manufacturing sentencing in Collier County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 7.4 years |
| 2025 | 10 | 90.0% | 0.0% | 2.9 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 8 |
| Felony | First Degree | 6 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 1 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Collier County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,564 | 62.5% | 0.3% |
| Other | 1,234 | 43.4% | 29.3% |
| Drug Possession | 896 | 69.5% | 0.0% |
| DUI | 679 | 99.1% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 501 | 58.5% | 0.4% |
| Battery | 371 | 56.1% | 0.3% |
| Resisting Officer | 387 | 68.7% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 402 | 99.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Drug Manufacturing in Collier County?
The guilty rate is 87.5% based on 16 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Manufacturing in Collier County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.5% of cases (2023-2025). This is a Florida-specific outcome where the court finds guilt but does not formally convict, allowing the defendant to avoid a conviction record under FL Statute 948.01.
What is the average sentence for Drug Manufacturing in Collier County?
The average sentence is 5.0 years (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
31.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 68.8% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Drug Manufacturing in Collier County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 16 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/drug-manufacturing/collier
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Collier County. "Guilty" includes all cases where the defendant was found guilty. "Adjudication withheld" is a Florida-specific disposition where guilt is found but the court withholds formal adjudication under FL Statute 948.01. "Dismissed" includes all cases dismissed by the court or prosecution.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 16 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com