Drug Trafficking in Holmes County, Florida
33 cases (2023-2025) · Holmes County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
In Holmes County, drug trafficking cases show a stark enforcement pattern that deviates sharply from statewide norms. All 32 cases resulted in guilty verdicts, with zero dismissals, withheld adjudications, or diversions—a 100 percent conviction rate compared to statewide dismissal rates of 2.5 percent and diversion rates of 0.3 percent. This suggests the local State Attorney pursues trafficking charges with minimal negotiation or alternative resolution, and juries or judges convict at rates matching the prosecution's approach.
Sentences reflect the severity of this enforcement posture. Defendants average nearly 4.5 years in prison with an additional five years of probation, and 96.9 percent receive confinement. Fines average over $54,000. The majority of defendants—71.9 percent—hired private counsel rather than relying on public defenders, indicating either defendants' financial resources or their assessment that private representation was necessary given the uniformity of guilty outcomes and substantial sentences in this county.
Figures cover 33 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 100.0% of 33 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 33 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 32 | 4.5 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Drug Trafficking sentencing in Holmes County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 25 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 11 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 3.7 years |
| 2024 | 17 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 4.9 years |
| 2025 | 5 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 5.1 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | First Degree | 33 |
Related Charges in Holmes County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 359 | 88.9% | 0.3% |
| Traffic Offense | 129 | 71.3% | 0.8% |
| Other | 88 | 90.9% | 1.1% |
| Battery | 100 | 83.0% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 62 | 90.3% | 0.0% |
| Disorderly Conduct | 46 | 60.9% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 35 | 85.7% | 0.0% |
| Drug Sale | 78 (2023-2025) | 98.7% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Drug Trafficking in Holmes County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 33 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Trafficking in Holmes County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Holmes County?
The average sentence is 4.5 years, with an average fine of $54,210 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
6.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 72.7% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Drug Trafficking in Holmes County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 33 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/drug-trafficking/holmes
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Holmes 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 · 33 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com