Drug Manufacturing in Leon County, Florida

29
Total Cases
82.8%
Guilty Rate
13.8%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 29 Drug Manufacturing cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 82.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 13.8% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 7 months. 51.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 31.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
82.8% (24)
Withheld
13.8% (4)
Diversion
3.4% (1)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence
10.6 months
Median Sentence
2.9 years
Avg Probation
34.5%
Prison Rate
55.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 16 6.5 months
State Prison Facility 10 3.2 years

Counsel Analysis

15
Private Attorney
73.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
9
Public Defender
88.9% 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
Black 24 95.8% 0.0%

Age Distribution

3.4%
Under 21
31.0%
21-29
34.5%
30-39
20.7%
40-49
10.3%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 16 81.2% 0.0% 1 year, 3 months
2024 10 90.0% 0.0% 1 year, 9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL Third Degree 21
NULL First Degree 6
NULL Second Degree 2

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,860 34.5% 0.6%
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Trespassing 1,952 39.5% 2.5%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Manufacturing in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 82.8% based on 29 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Manufacturing in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.8% 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 Leon County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 7 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
31.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 51.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 29 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026