Drug Sale in Levy County, Florida

20
Total Cases
90.0%
Guilty Rate
10.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
3.6 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 20 Drug Sale cases in Levy County (2023-2025), 90.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.6 years. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 80.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
90.0% (18)
Withheld
10.0% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.6 years
Avg Sentence
3.0 years
Median Sentence
1 year, 4 months
Avg Probation
75.0%
Prison Rate
15.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 15 4.2 years
County Jail 3 5.3 months

Counsel Analysis

16
Public Defender
87.5% 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 10 90.0% 0.0%
Black 10 90.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
10.0%
21-29
55.0%
30-39
5.0%
40-49
30.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 9 100.0% 0.0% 3.5 years
2024 9 77.8% 0.0% 2.2 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 13
Felony First Degree 6
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Levy County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,262 68.9% 0.0%
Drug Possession 561 85.4% 0.0%
Other 326 78.8% 4.3%
Battery 220 80.5% 0.5%
Larceny / Theft 195 83.1% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 184 90.8% 0.0%
Sex Offense 94 97.9% 1.1%
Weapons Offense 82 96.3% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Levy County?
The guilty rate is 90.0% based on 20 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Levy County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.0% 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 Levy County?
The average sentence is 3.6 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
80.0% 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 Levy 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 · 20 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026