Drug Manufacturing in Duval County, Florida

47
Total Cases
91.5%
Guilty Rate
8.5%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
4.1 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 47 Drug Manufacturing cases in Duval County (2023-2025), 91.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 8.5% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.1 years. 59.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 40.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
91.5% (43)
Withheld
8.5% (4)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.1 years
Avg Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Median Sentence
2.7 years
Avg Probation
66.0%
Prison Rate
25.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 31 5.4 years
County Jail 12 7.5 months

Counsel Analysis

28
Private Attorney
89.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
19
Public Defender
94.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Demographics

Demographic data reflects systemic patterns in the criminal justice system and should not be used to draw conclusions about any racial or ethnic group. Disparities may reflect differences in policing, prosecution, and socioeconomic factors rather than actual crime rates.

Race Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
White 25 88.0% 0.0%
Black 22 95.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

2.1%
Under 21
34.0%
21-29
17.0%
30-39
31.9%
40-49
10.6%
50-59
4.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 18 100.0% 0.0% 2.2 years
2024 18 94.4% 0.0% 6.7 years
2025 11 72.7% 0.0% 3.4 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 26
Felony Second Degree 19
Felony First Degree 2

Related Charges in Duval County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 22,946 34.7% 3.3%
Drug Possession 16,550 72.2% 0.2%
Other 12,327 22.2% 0.3%
Larceny / Theft 9,863 67.3% 0.3%
Battery 6,652 64.8% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 6,131 78.9% 0.2%
Trespassing 5,388 81.5% 0.3%
DUI 4,840 98.2% 0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Manufacturing in Duval County?
The guilty rate is 91.5% based on 47 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Manufacturing in Duval County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.5% of cases. 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 Duval County?
The average sentence is 4.1 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
40.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 59.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Duval 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 · 47 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026