Drug Trafficking in Hardee County, Florida

16
Total Cases
100.0%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
7.7 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 16 Drug Trafficking cases in Hardee 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 7.7 years, with an average fine of $50,028. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 56.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
100.0% (16)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

7.7 years
Avg Sentence
7.5 years
Median Sentence
5.8 years
Avg Probation
$50,028
Avg Fine
100.0%
Prison Rate
0.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 16 7.7 years

Counsel Analysis

9
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 11 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
12.5%
21-29
37.5%
30-39
18.8%
40-49
31.2%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2024 5 100.0% 0.0% 6.9 years
2025 9 100.0% 0.0% 9.3 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony First Degree 16

Related Charges in Hardee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,107 56.1% 13.6%
Drug Possession 628 78.5% 1.0%
Other 292 67.8% 10.3%
Battery 243 62.1% 11.1%
Resisting Officer 209 80.4% 2.9%
Trespassing 153 51.0% 17.0%
Larceny / Theft 144 68.8% 6.9%
DUI 124 98.4% 1.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Trafficking in Hardee County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 16 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Trafficking in Hardee 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 Trafficking in Hardee County?
The average sentence is 7.7 years, with an average fine of $50,028.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
56.2% 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 Hardee 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 · 16 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026