Drug Possession in Suwannee County, Florida
121 cases (2025) · Suwannee County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Suwannee County, with 121 drug possession cases, registered the most severe outcomes across multiple dimensions. Guilty findings reached 87.6%, the highest in the dataset, while withheld adjudication comprised only 11.6%—substantially below the statewide rate of 16.9%. No defendants received diversion, compared to the statewide average of 5.6%, and dismissals were rare at 0.8%, below the statewide rate of 1.4%. The State Attorney pursued conviction-focused prosecutions with minimal alternatives.
Sentences were the most severe: averaging 569.1 days with a median of 457 days—by far the longest in the possession category. Probation averaged 1,183.4 days, the highest in the dataset, while fines averaged $6,449.76, also the highest. Prison confinement was the most prevalent (28.9%) versus jail (19.8%), reflecting the intensity of sentencing. Public defenders represented 46.3% of defendants in this rural north-central Florida county.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 87.6% of 121 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 121 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 187 | 2.3 years |
| County Jail | 151 | 4.6 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Drug Possession sentencing in Suwannee County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (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 | 94 | 88.3% | 1.1% |
| Black | 21 | 85.7% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 279 | 86.4% | 0.0% | 1 year, 6 months |
| 2024 | 184 | 88.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 4 months |
| 2025 | 121 | 87.6% | 0.8% | 1 year, 7 months |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 352 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 209 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 23 |
Related Charges in Suwannee County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 247 | 92.3% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 66 | 87.9% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 38 | 86.8% | 2.6% |
| Battery | 124 (2023-2025) | 83.9% | 3.2% |
| Other | 32 | 93.8% | 0.0% |
| DUI | 43 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 32 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Burglary | 75 (2023-2025) | 92.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Drug Possession in Suwannee County?
The guilty rate is 87.6% based on 121 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Possession in Suwannee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.6% of cases (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 Suwannee County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $6,450 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
46.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.3% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Drug Possession in Suwannee County, Florida (2025). Based on 121 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/drug-possession/suwannee
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Suwannee 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 · 121 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com