Drug Manufacturing in Orange County, Florida

146
Total Cases
80.8%
Guilty Rate
15.1%
Withheld Rate
2.1%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 146 Drug Manufacturing cases in Orange County (2023-2025), 80.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 15.1% had adjudication withheld, and 2.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $5,510. 28.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 57.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
80.8% (118)
Withheld
15.1% (22)
Diversion
2.1% (3)
Dismissed
2.1% (3)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence
6.1 months
Median Sentence
2.3 years
Avg Probation
$5,510
Avg Fine
26.0%
Prison Rate
58.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 86 4.3 months
State Prison Facility 38 3.5 years

Counsel Analysis

84
Public Defender
81.0% guilty · 2.4% dismissed
42
Private Attorney
78.6% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
9
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
88.9% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
9
Conflict Counsel
100.0% 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 75 80.0% 4.0%
White 69 84.1% 0.0%

Age Distribution

6.2%
Under 21
23.3%
21-29
39.0%
30-39
17.1%
40-49
8.9%
50-59
5.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 72 88.9% 0.0% 1 year
2024 44 72.7% 6.8% 1 year, 5 months
2025 30 73.3% 0.0% 1 year, 10 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 122
Felony Third Degree 22
Felony First Degree 1
Felony First Degree punishable by life 1

Related Charges in Orange County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 19,880 20.8% 31.3%
Drug Possession 9,214 67.6% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 8,081 56.3% 2.6%
Other 4,160 34.8% 8.1%
DUI 4,013 49.9% 2.4%
Battery 3,807 43.6% 5.4%
Trespassing 3,759 66.1% 6.5%
Resisting Officer 3,107 59.1% 3.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Manufacturing in Orange County?
The guilty rate is 80.8% based on 146 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Manufacturing in Orange County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.1% 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 Orange County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $5,510.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
57.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 28.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Orange 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 · 146 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026