Drug Sale in Dixie County, Florida

82
Total Cases
91.5%
Guilty Rate
4.9%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
8.3 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 82 Drug Sale cases in Dixie County (2023-2025), 91.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 4.9% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 8.3 years, with an average fine of $6,546. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 51.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
91.5% (75)
Withheld
4.9% (4)
Diversion
1.2% (1)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

8.3 years
Avg Sentence
7.5 years
Median Sentence
6.3 years
Avg Probation
$6,546
Avg Fine
74.4%
Prison Rate
6.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 61 8.9 years
County Jail 5 7.3 months

Counsel Analysis

42
Public Defender
90.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
29
Other
93.1% 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
White 54 90.7% 0.0%
Black 28 92.9% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
24.4%
21-29
22.0%
30-39
17.1%
40-49
14.6%
50-59
22.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 16 93.8% 0.0% 2.4 years
2024 54 96.3% 0.0% 10.8 years
2025 12 66.7% 0.0% 2.8 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony First Degree 47
Felony Second Degree 22
Felony Third Degree 13

Related Charges in Dixie County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 599 73.5% 0.2%
Other 194 57.2% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 191 74.3% 2.1%
Larceny / Theft 97 85.6% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 76 88.2% 0.0%
Battery 69 78.3% 0.0%
Burglary 67 86.6% 0.0%
DUI 53 86.8% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Dixie County?
The guilty rate is 91.5% based on 82 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Dixie County?
Adjudication is withheld in 4.9% 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 Dixie County?
The average sentence is 8.3 years, with an average fine of $6,546.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
51.2% 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 Dixie 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 · 82 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026