Drug Sale in Hamilton County, Florida

12
Total Cases
100.0%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
5.3 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 12 Drug Sale cases in Hamilton County (2023-2025), 100.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.3 years, with an average fine of $1,786. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 58.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
100.0% (12)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.3 years
Avg Sentence
5.0 years
Median Sentence
$1,786
Avg Fine
100.0%
Prison Rate
0.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 12 5.3 years

Counsel Analysis

7
Public Defender
100.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
8.3%
21-29
58.3%
30-39
16.7%
40-49
8.3%
50-59
8.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 5 100.0% 0.0% 6.5 years
2025 7 100.0% 0.0% 4.4 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 10
Felony Third Degree 2

Related Charges in Hamilton County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 600 74.3% 15.0%
Drug Possession 127 85.0% 0.0%
Other 72 83.3% 4.2%
Resisting Officer 64 90.6% 0.0%
Battery 56 91.1% 0.0%
Larceny / Theft 47 91.5% 0.0%
Sex Offense 46 100.0% 0.0%
Fraud 35 91.4% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Hamilton County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 12 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Hamilton County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Hamilton County?
The average sentence is 5.3 years, with an average fine of $1,786.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
58.3% 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 Hamilton 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 · 12 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026