Drug Sale in Sumter County, Florida

255
Total Cases
94.9%
Guilty Rate
3.9%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
5.2 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 255 Drug Sale cases in Sumter County (2023-2025), 94.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 3.9% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.2 years, with an average fine of $1,379. 5.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 52.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
94.9% (242)
Withheld
3.9% (10)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.8% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.2 years
Avg Sentence
5.0 years
Median Sentence
4.1 years
Avg Probation
$1,379
Avg Fine
85.1%
Prison Rate
3.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 217 5.4 years
County Jail 10 7.5 months

Counsel Analysis

133
Public Defender
94.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
13
Private Attorney
92.3% 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
White 148 93.2% 0.0%
Black 103 97.1% 0.0%

Age Distribution

5.9%
Under 21
13.3%
21-29
41.2%
30-39
16.1%
40-49
17.6%
50-59
5.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 88 97.7% 0.0% 6.2 years
2024 81 90.1% 0.0% 4.6 years
2025 86 96.5% 0.0% 4.6 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 191
Felony Third Degree 52
Felony First Degree 12

Related Charges in Sumter County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,083 62.9% 0.1%
Traffic Offense 3,081 67.0% 0.0%
Battery 1,047 64.5% 0.6%
Other 978 78.3% 1.3%
Larceny / Theft 945 76.3% 0.1%
Resisting Officer 543 84.7% 0.0%
DUI 510 99.0% 0.2%
Fraud 327 72.5% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 94.9% based on 255 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 3.9% 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 Sumter County?
The average sentence is 5.2 years, with an average fine of $1,379.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
52.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter 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 · 255 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026