Drug Sale in Broward County, Florida

1,165
Total Cases
60.1%
Guilty Rate
34.2%
Withheld Rate
5.4%
Dismissal Rate
2.6 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,165 Drug Sale cases in Broward County (2023-2025), 60.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 34.2% had adjudication withheld, and 5.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.6 years. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
60.1% (700)
Withheld
34.2% (399)
Diversion
0.1% (1)
Dismissed
5.4% (63)
Acquitted
0.1% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.6 years
Avg Sentence
1 year
Median Sentence
2.4 years
Avg Probation
27.2%
Prison Rate
27.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 317 3.5 years
County Jail 315 1 year, 9 months

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
Black 879 64.1% 4.0%
Not Available 285 48.1% 9.5%

Age Distribution

6.6%
Under 21
34.0%
21-29
31.9%
30-39
15.5%
40-49
8.4%
50-59
3.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 321 60.4% 2.8% 3.6 years
2024 431 59.6% 3.2% 2.1 years
2025 413 60.3% 9.7% 2.4 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 668
Felony Second Degree 493
Felony First Degree 2
Misdemeanor First Degree 2

Related Charges in Broward County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 20,241 20.4% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 8,143 61.5% 1.1%
Drug Possession 5,290 56.2% 7.8%
Resisting Officer 4,126 51.8% 3.0%
Trespassing 3,442 51.5% 3.2%
Other 3,123 32.6% 26.9%
Battery 2,519 51.1% 5.5%
DUI 2,395 83.5% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Broward County?
The guilty rate is 60.1% based on 1,165 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Broward County?
Adjudication is withheld in 34.2% 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 Broward County?
The average sentence is 2.6 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Broward 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 · 1,165 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026