Drug Sale in Escambia County, Florida

48
Total Cases
60.4%
Guilty Rate
2.1%
Withheld Rate
31.2%
Dismissal Rate
5.1 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 48 Drug Sale cases in Escambia County (2023-2025), 60.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 2.1% had adjudication withheld, and 31.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.1 years, with an average fine of $531.95. 4.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 4.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
60.4% (29)
Withheld
2.1% (1)
Diversion
2.1% (1)
Dismissed
31.2% (15)
Acquitted
4.2% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.1 years
Avg Sentence
2.0 years
Median Sentence
3.3 years
Avg Probation
$531.95
Avg Fine
18.8%
Prison Rate
10.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 9 7.7 years
County Jail 5 5.9 months

Counsel Analysis

23
Self or Unrepresented
69.6% guilty · 30.4% dismissed
19
Other
63.2% guilty · 26.3% 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 31 51.6% 35.5%
White 15 73.3% 26.7%

Age Distribution

4.2%
Under 21
43.8%
21-29
37.5%
30-39
10.4%
40-49
4.2%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 12 50.0% 33.3% 0 days
2024 14 78.6% 21.4% 10.2 months
2025 22 54.5% 36.4% 8.3 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 19
Felony Second Degree 12
Felony Third Degree 9
Felony First Degree 5
Misdemeanor First Degree 3

Related Charges in Escambia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 8,937 54.7% 16.0%
Drug Possession 6,479 74.5% 4.8%
Larceny / Theft 5,240 70.7% 6.8%
Other 4,132 36.0% 5.9%
Battery 2,484 61.5% 12.7%
Trespassing 1,919 84.7% 5.5%
Resisting Officer 1,700 77.1% 6.4%
Fraud 1,552 52.1% 26.3%

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31.2% of Drug Sale cases in Escambia County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 60.4% based on 48 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 2.1% 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 Escambia County?
The average sentence is 5.1 years, with an average fine of $531.95.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
4.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Escambia 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 · 48 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026