Drug Possession in Union County, Florida
87 cases (2025) · Union County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Union County's drug possession cases, drawn from a small sample of 87 total, show an exceptionally punitive profile with an 87.4% guilty rate, zero dismissals versus 1.4% statewide, and withheld adjudications at 10.3% versus 16.9% statewide. Diversion is minimal at 2.3% compared to 5.6% statewide. The small sample means individual prosecutorial decisions have outsized impact, but the pattern suggests aggressive prosecution without alternative programs.
Union County defendants faced an average sentence of 319 days with a median of 90 days and extended probation averaging 841 days. Nearly 44% received jail time and 16.1% received prison sentences, indicating confinement was common. Public defenders represented 44.8% of cases, consistent with representation patterns in smaller counties with limited private counsel availability.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 87.4% of 87 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 87 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 (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 71 | 3.1 months |
| State Prison Facility | 49 | 2.8 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Drug Possession sentencing in Union County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Drug Possession in Union County?
The guilty rate is 87.4% based on 87 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Possession in Union County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.3% 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 Union County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 1 year, with an average fine of $300 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
44.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2025).
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 | 70 | 87.1% | 0.0% |
| Black | 13 | 84.6% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 49 | 93.9% | 0.0% | 1 year, 8 months |
| 2024 | 47 | 72.3% | 0.0% | 1 year, 3 months |
| 2025 | 87 | 87.4% | 0.0% | 1 year |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 118 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 61 |
| Felony | First Degree | 2 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 2 |
Related Charges in Union County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 71 | 98.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 59 | 50.8% | 1.7% |
| Battery | 30 | 83.3% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 34 | 73.5% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 30 | 90.0% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 31 (2023-2025) | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Burglary | 30 (2023-2025) | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| Drug Sale | 29 (2023-2025) | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Drug Possession in Union County, Florida (2025). Based on 87 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/drug-possession/union
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Union 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 · 87 cases (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com