Drug Sale in Gilchrist County, Florida

23
Total Cases
91.3%
Guilty Rate
8.7%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
2.7 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 23 Drug Sale cases in Gilchrist County (2023-2025), 91.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 8.7% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.7 years, with an average fine of $500.00. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 73.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
91.3% (21)
Withheld
8.7% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.7 years
Avg Sentence
2.9 years
Median Sentence
3.4 years
Avg Probation
$500.00
Avg Fine
52.2%
Prison Rate
26.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 12 3.8 years
County Jail 6 5.5 months

Counsel Analysis

17
Public Defender
88.2% 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 19 89.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
13.0%
21-29
13.0%
30-39
39.1%
40-49
30.4%
50-59
4.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2024 9 77.8% 0.0% 3.7 years
2025 12 100.0% 0.0% 2.2 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 17
Felony First Degree 5
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Gilchrist County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 326 63.2% 0.0%
Drug Possession 259 72.2% 0.0%
Other 110 67.3% 0.9%
Battery 98 61.2% 3.1%
DUI 71 88.7% 0.0%
Larceny / Theft 66 81.8% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 53 84.9% 0.0%
Trespassing 49 73.5% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Gilchrist County?
The guilty rate is 91.3% based on 23 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Gilchrist County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.7% 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 Gilchrist County?
The average sentence is 2.7 years, with an average fine of $500.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
73.9% 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 Gilchrist 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 · 23 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026