Drug Manufacturing in Lake County, Florida
15 cases (2023-2025) · Lake County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Drug manufacturing cases in Lake County result in conviction at an exceptionally high rate. Of 15 cases, 93.3% ended in guilty findings, with the remaining 6.7% resulting in adjudication withheld. The statewide dismissal rate for this charge is 5.9%, yet Lake County recorded no dismissals, suggesting prosecutors in this circuit pursue manufacturing cases with minimal attrition. The withheld rate also falls below the statewide average of 9.6%, indicating Lake County judges rarely opt for the adjudication-withheld outcome that would shield defendants from a formal conviction record.
Sentences in Lake County reflect the seriousness with which courts treat manufacturing charges. The median sentence is 974 days with an average of nearly 1,560 days; probation averages 1,187 days. Nearly half of defendants received prison time, with another third receiving jail sentences. Fines averaged $250. The defendant population was split between private counsel (60%) and public defenders (40%), suggesting a mix of economic circumstances among those charged.
Figures cover 15 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 — 93.3% of 15 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 15 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 | 7 | 7.0 years |
| County Jail | 5 | 6.3 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Drug Manufacturing sentencing in Lake County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 12 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 3 |
Related Charges in Lake County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 2,230 | 74.0% | 0.5% |
| Drug Possession | 1,391 | 79.4% | 0.4% |
| Other | 1,817 | 14.0% | 0.9% |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,004 | 65.9% | 0.9% |
| Battery | 654 | 56.6% | 1.4% |
| Resisting Officer | 565 | 78.8% | 1.1% |
| DUI | 417 | 99.0% | 1.0% |
| Trespassing | 426 | 88.3% | 1.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Drug Manufacturing in Lake County?
The guilty rate is 93.3% based on 15 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Manufacturing in Lake County?
Adjudication is withheld in 6.7% 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 Lake County?
The average sentence is 4.3 years, with an average fine of $250 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
40.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 60.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Drug Manufacturing in Lake County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 15 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/drug-manufacturing/lake
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lake 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 · 15 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com