Drug Possession in Dixie County, Florida

599
Total Cases
73.5%
Guilty Rate
17.5%
Withheld Rate
0.2%
Dismissal Rate
2.0 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 599 Drug Possession cases in Dixie County (2023-2025), 73.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 17.5% had adjudication withheld, and 0.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.0 years, with an average fine of $5,695. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 37.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
73.5% (440)
Withheld
17.5% (105)
Diversion
8.5% (51)
Dismissed
0.2% (1)
Acquitted
0.3% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.0 years
Avg Sentence
1 year
Median Sentence
3.8 years
Avg Probation
$5,695
Avg Fine
32.2%
Prison Rate
34.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 206 4.0 months
State Prison Facility 193 3.8 years

Counsel Analysis

222
Public Defender
74.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
99
Other
51.5% 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 556 73.2% 0.2%
Black 37 81.1% 0.0%

Age Distribution

2.8%
Under 21
14.7%
21-29
30.9%
30-39
30.1%
40-49
13.4%
50-59
8.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 146 82.9% 0.0% 2.3 years
2024 276 70.7% 0.4% 2.2 years
2025 177 70.1% 0.0% 1 year, 5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 371
Misdemeanor First Degree 193
Felony First Degree 24
Felony Second Degree 11

Related Charges in Dixie County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 194 57.2% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 191 74.3% 2.1%
Larceny / Theft 97 85.6% 0.0%
Drug Sale 82 91.5% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 76 88.2% 0.0%
Battery 69 78.3% 0.0%
Burglary 67 86.6% 0.0%
DUI 53 86.8% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Possession in Dixie County?
The guilty rate is 73.5% based on 599 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Possession in Dixie County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.5% 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 Possession in Dixie County?
The average sentence is 2.0 years, with an average fine of $5,695.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
37.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Dixie 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 · 599 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026