Drug Possession in Citrus County, Florida

3,206
Total Cases
73.1%
Guilty Rate
18.1%
Withheld Rate
1.2%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 3,206 Drug Possession cases in Citrus County (2023-2025), 73.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 18.1% had adjudication withheld, and 1.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 5 months, with an average fine of $303.93. 7.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 60.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
73.1% (2,342)
Withheld
18.1% (580)
Diversion
7.3% (234)
Dismissed
1.2% (39)
Acquitted
0.0% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 5 months
Avg Sentence
9.1 months
Median Sentence
2.6 years
Avg Probation
$303.93
Avg Fine
17.9%
Prison Rate
36.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,160 5.3 months
State Prison Facility 574 3.3 years
Confinement to Hospital Facility 1 1.1 months

Counsel Analysis

1,939
Public Defender
77.4% guilty · 1.0% dismissed
244
Private Attorney
67.6% guilty · 0.8% dismissed
104
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
93.3% guilty · 1.0% 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 2,917 73.5% 1.3%
Black 206 68.9% 1.0%
Asian 44 81.8% 0.0%
Not Available 33 48.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

3.3%
Under 21
17.5%
21-29
34.4%
30-39
25.8%
40-49
14.2%
50-59
4.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,007 73.6% 1.1% 1 year, 9 months
2024 1,229 77.0% 1.7% 1 year, 4 months
2025 970 67.5% 0.7% 1 year, 1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,748
Felony Third Degree 1,381
Felony Second Degree 73
Felony First Degree 4

Related Charges in Citrus County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 4,548 50.5% 11.7%
Traffic Offense 2,566 67.8% 2.5%
Battery 1,204 60.2% 2.5%
Larceny / Theft 863 74.5% 1.0%
Resisting Officer 714 75.6% 1.4%
DUI 631 99.0% 0.3%
Trespassing 395 85.6% 1.0%
Sex Offense 349 93.7% 0.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Possession in Citrus County?
The guilty rate is 73.1% based on 3,206 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Possession in Citrus County?
Adjudication is withheld in 18.1% 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 Possession in Citrus County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 5 months, with an average fine of $303.93.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
60.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Citrus 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 · 3,206 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026