Drug Sale in Orange County, Florida

43
Total Cases
81.4%
Guilty Rate
11.6%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 6 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 43 Drug Sale cases in Orange County (2023-2025), 81.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 11.6% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $25,100. 18.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 65.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
81.4% (35)
Withheld
11.6% (5)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
2.3% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 6 months
Avg Sentence
7.1 months
Median Sentence
2.1 years
Avg Probation
$25,100
Avg Fine
37.2%
Prison Rate
51.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 22 3.5 months
State Prison Facility 16 3.2 years

Counsel Analysis

28
Public Defender
75.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
8
Private Attorney
100.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
83.3% 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 31 74.2% 0.0%
White 11 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

7.0%
Under 21
30.2%
21-29
39.5%
30-39
14.0%
40-49
9.3%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 32 81.2% 0.0% 1 year, 9 months
2024 5 80.0% 0.0% 1 year, 3 months
2025 6 83.3% 0.0% 5.5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 20
Felony First Degree 12
Felony Third Degree 11

Related Charges in Orange County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 19,880 20.8% 31.3%
Drug Possession 9,214 67.6% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 8,081 56.3% 2.6%
Other 4,160 34.8% 8.1%
DUI 4,013 49.9% 2.4%
Battery 3,807 43.6% 5.4%
Trespassing 3,759 66.1% 6.5%
Resisting Officer 3,107 59.1% 3.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Orange County?
The guilty rate is 81.4% based on 43 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Orange County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.6% 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 Orange County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $25,100.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
65.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 18.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Orange 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 · 43 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026