Drug Possession in Osceola County, Florida

1,721
Total Cases
76.2%
Guilty Rate
16.8%
Withheld Rate
1.7%
Dismissal Rate
5.0 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,721 Drug Possession cases in Osceola County (2023-2025), 76.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 16.8% had adjudication withheld, and 1.7% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.0 months, with an average fine of $4,878. 4.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 31.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
76.2% (1,311)
Withheld
16.8% (289)
Diversion
3.4% (59)
Dismissed
1.7% (29)
Acquitted
0.4% (7)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.0 months
Avg Sentence
2.3 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 3 months
Avg Probation
$4,878
Avg Fine
4.9%
Prison Rate
82.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,422 3.1 months
State Prison Facility 85 3.0 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 4.7 years

Counsel Analysis

540
Public Defender
80.6% guilty · 0.7% dismissed
83
Private Attorney
57.8% guilty · 2.4% dismissed
39
Other
71.8% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
19
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
89.5% guilty · 10.5% dismissed
16
Conflict Counsel
87.5% 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 1,270 76.6% 0.9%
Black 395 77.7% 1.5%

Age Distribution

3.8%
Under 21
20.9%
21-29
39.4%
30-39
24.7%
40-49
8.3%
50-59
3.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 331 79.5% 3.0% 5.5 months
2024 777 76.2% 1.2% 4.5 months
2025 613 74.4% 1.6% 5.5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 839
Misdemeanor First Degree 759
Felony Second Degree 121
Felony First Degree 2

Related Charges in Osceola County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 4,289 53.4% 1.3%
Larceny / Theft 2,233 59.8% 2.2%
DUI 1,210 79.1% 2.0%
Battery 1,090 56.1% 3.6%
Other 987 58.2% 2.2%
Resisting Officer 827 74.0% 2.9%
Trespassing 741 71.1% 8.2%
Sex Offense 504 81.5% 8.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Possession in Osceola County?
The guilty rate is 76.2% based on 1,721 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Possession in Osceola County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.8% 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 Possession in Osceola County?
The average sentence is 5.0 months, with an average fine of $4,878.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
31.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Osceola 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 · 1,721 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026