Drug Sale in Union County, Florida

29
Total Cases
100.0%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
2.6 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 29 Drug Sale cases in Union County (2023-2025), 100.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.6 years. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 69.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
100.0% (29)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.6 years
Avg Sentence
2.5 years
Median Sentence
2.0 years
Avg Probation
55.2%
Prison Rate
17.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 16 3.2 years
County Jail 5 6.1 months

Counsel Analysis

20
Public Defender
100.0% 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
White 21 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
13.8%
21-29
37.9%
30-39
27.6%
40-49
20.7%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 11 100.0% 0.0% 2.7 years
2024 11 100.0% 0.0% 2.6 years
2025 7 100.0% 0.0% 2.1 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 23
Felony First Degree 5
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Union County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 183 85.2% 0.0%
Traffic Offense 166 98.2% 0.0%
Other 160 67.5% 0.6%
Battery 102 75.5% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 85 84.7% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 70 91.4% 0.0%
Trespassing 31 100.0% 0.0%
Burglary 30 76.7% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Sale in Union County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 29 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Union County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Union County?
The average sentence is 2.6 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
69.0% 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 Union 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 · 29 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026