Drug Sale in Seminole County, Florida

377
Total Cases
80.1%
Guilty Rate
19.4%
Withheld Rate
0.3%
Dismissal Rate
3.3 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 377 Drug Sale cases in Seminole County (2023-2025), 80.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 19.4% had adjudication withheld, and 0.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.3 years. 37.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 44.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
80.1% (302)
Withheld
19.4% (73)
Diversion
0.3% (1)
Dismissed
0.3% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.3 years
Avg Sentence
2.7 years
Median Sentence
1 year, 9 months
Avg Probation
45.6%
Prison Rate
8.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 172 3.7 years
County Jail 30 8.2 months

Counsel Analysis

166
Public Defender
84.9% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
140
Private Attorney
76.4% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
35
Other
82.9% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
20
Conflict Counsel
75.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
16
Self or Unrepresented
62.5% guilty · 6.2% 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 246 82.5% 0.4%
White 130 76.2% 0.0%

Age Distribution

7.7%
Under 21
26.3%
21-29
32.9%
30-39
19.9%
40-49
10.3%
50-59
2.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 149 81.2% 0.0% 2.3 years
2024 120 83.3% 0.0% 3.5 years
2025 108 75.0% 0.9% 3.8 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 282
Felony Third Degree 88
Felony First Degree 6
Misdemeanor First Degree 1

Related Charges in Seminole County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 7,514 51.6% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 4,466 55.3% 0.5%
Drug Possession 4,082 68.2% 0.1%
Resisting Officer 2,257 68.3% 1.1%
Other 1,899 56.1% 3.8%
Battery 1,887 49.7% 2.3%
Trespassing 1,306 80.5% 3.8%
Probation Violation 1,163 21.6% 1.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Seminole County?
The guilty rate is 80.1% based on 377 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Seminole County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.4% 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 Seminole County?
The average sentence is 3.3 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
44.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 37.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Seminole 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 · 377 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026