Drug Possession in Glades County, Florida
144 cases (2023-2025) · Glades County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
From 2023 to 2025, drug possession cases in Glades County showed substantially more lenient outcomes than most Florida jurisdictions. The 68.1% guilty rate was well below Charlotte County's 93%, while withheld adjudication (20.8%) exceeded the statewide average of 16.9%. Most notably, 11.1% of defendants entered diversion programs—double the statewide average of 5.4%—offering pathway to dismissal without conviction.
Among those incarcerated, sentences averaged 319 days with a median of 90 days, indicating many short-term jail stays. Probation extended to 522 days. Just 34.1% faced any jail or prison time, well below other drug possession jurisdictions. Fines averaged $278, substantially lower than Charlotte's $9,068. The high diversion rate and moderate sentencing suggest prosecutorial emphasis on rehabilitation.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Figures cover 144 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 — 68.1% of 144 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 144 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 (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 42 | 4.7 months |
| State Prison Facility | 7 | 3.8 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Drug Possession sentencing in Glades County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Drug Possession in Glades County?
The guilty rate is 68.1% based on 144 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Possession in Glades County?
Adjudication is withheld in 20.8% 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 Possession in Glades County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 10.6 months, with an average fine of $278 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
30.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.6% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 98 | 74.5% | 0.0% |
| Black | 19 | 31.6% | 0.0% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 14 | 85.7% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 64 | 68.8% | 0.0% | 8.5 months |
| 2024 | 51 | 56.9% | 0.0% | 1 year, 7 months |
| 2025 | 29 | 86.2% | 0.0% | 2.4 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 86 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 55 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 2 |
| Felony | First Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Glades County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 220 | 59.5% | 0.0% |
| Other | 113 (2023-2025) | 54.9% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 62 (2023-2025) | 61.3% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 61 (2023-2025) | 85.2% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 54 (2023-2025) | 77.8% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 48 (2023-2025) | 70.8% | 0.0% |
| DUI | 35 (2023-2025) | 97.1% | 0.0% |
| Hit and Run | 23 (2023-2025) | 69.6% | 0.0% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Drug Possession in Glades County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 144 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/drug-possession/glades
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Glades 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 · 144 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com