Drug Sale in Columbia County, Florida

21
Total Cases
71.4%
Guilty Rate
23.8%
Withheld Rate
4.8%
Dismissal Rate
7.7 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 21 Drug Sale cases in Columbia County (2023-2025), 71.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 23.8% had adjudication withheld, and 4.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 7.7 years, with an average fine of $3,250. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 47.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
71.4% (15)
Withheld
23.8% (5)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
4.8% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

7.7 years
Avg Sentence
6.5 years
Median Sentence
6.1 years
Avg Probation
$3,250
Avg Fine
28.6%
Prison Rate
0.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 6 7.7 years

Counsel Analysis

10
Public Defender
70.0% 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
Black 13 76.9% 0.0%

Age Distribution

9.5%
Under 21
52.4%
21-29
19.0%
30-39
9.5%
40-49
9.5%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 9 66.7% 11.1% 7.0 years
2025 11 72.7% 0.0% 8.0 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 18
Felony First Degree 2
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Columbia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,963 56.1% 0.1%
Drug Possession 852 83.1% 0.5%
Larceny / Theft 712 64.0% 0.0%
Other 568 48.2% 2.1%
Resisting Officer 413 79.7% 0.7%
Fraud 409 76.5% 0.2%
Battery 325 74.5% 0.3%
Weapons Offense 165 84.2% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Columbia County?
The guilty rate is 71.4% based on 21 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Columbia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 23.8% 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 Sale in Columbia County?
The average sentence is 7.7 years, with an average fine of $3,250.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
47.6% 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 Columbia 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 · 21 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026