Drug Sale in Leon County, Florida

217
Total Cases
79.3%
Guilty Rate
10.6%
Withheld Rate
0.9%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 217 Drug Sale cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 79.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.6% had adjudication withheld, and 0.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 4 months. 32.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 47.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
79.3% (172)
Withheld
10.6% (23)
Diversion
1.8% (4)
Dismissed
0.9% (2)
Acquitted
1.4% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence
9.1 months
Median Sentence
2.9 years
Avg Probation
30.4%
Prison Rate
47.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 103 4.7 months
State Prison Facility 66 2.9 years

Counsel Analysis

102
Public Defender
73.5% guilty · 1.0% dismissed
70
Private Attorney
82.9% guilty · 1.4% dismissed
43
Conflict Counsel
86.0% 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 159 79.2% 1.3%
White 56 78.6% 0.0%

Age Distribution

2.8%
Under 21
26.3%
21-29
26.3%
30-39
26.7%
40-49
14.7%
50-59
3.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 66 86.4% 0.0% 1 year, 5 months
2024 88 77.3% 2.3% 1 year, 5 months
2025 63 74.6% 0.0% 1 year, 2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL Second Degree 156
NULL First Degree 37
NULL Third Degree 24

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,860 34.5% 0.6%
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Trespassing 1,952 39.5% 2.5%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 79.3% based on 217 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.6% 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 Leon County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
47.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 32.3% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 217 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026