Drug Sale in Brevard County, Florida

79
Total Cases
86.1%
Guilty Rate
10.1%
Withheld Rate
1.3%
Dismissal Rate
2.8 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 79 Drug Sale cases in Brevard County (2023-2025), 86.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.1% had adjudication withheld, and 1.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.8 years. 5.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 30.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
86.1% (68)
Withheld
10.1% (8)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
1.3% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.8 years
Avg Sentence
2.7 years
Median Sentence
3.7 years
Avg Probation
46.8%
Prison Rate
17.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 37 3.6 years
County Jail 14 9.2 months

Counsel Analysis

24
Public Defender
75.0% guilty · 4.2% dismissed
10
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
90.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Age Distribution

2.5%
Under 21
19.0%
21-29
35.4%
30-39
21.5%
40-49
20.3%
50-59
1.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 31 87.1% 0.0% 3.4 years
2024 27 96.3% 0.0% 2.8 years
2025 21 71.4% 4.8% 1 year, 7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 79

Related Charges in Brevard County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 4,553 68.7% 1.7%
Other 3,158 28.3% 29.4%
Drug Possession 2,070 72.5% 0.8%
Larceny / Theft 1,623 65.6% 0.6%
DUI 1,533 59.7% 0.9%
Trespassing 1,103 83.7% 0.6%
Battery 1,080 59.7% 2.1%
Contempt of Court 1,011 11.4% 84.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Brevard County?
The guilty rate is 86.1% based on 79 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Brevard County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.1% 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 Sale in Brevard County?
The average sentence is 2.8 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
30.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Brevard 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 · 79 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026