Drug Trafficking in Leon County, Florida

175
Total Cases
90.3%
Guilty Rate
1.1%
Withheld Rate
5.1%
Dismissal Rate
5.3 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 175 Drug Trafficking cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 90.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 1.1% had adjudication withheld, and 5.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.3 years. 46.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 28.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
90.3% (158)
Withheld
1.1% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
5.1% (9)
Acquitted
3.4% (6)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.3 years
Avg Sentence
3.5 years
Median Sentence
4.4 years
Avg Probation
83.4%
Prison Rate
7.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 146 5.7 years
County Jail 13 8.1 months

Counsel Analysis

82
Private Attorney
93.9% guilty · 3.7% dismissed
49
Public Defender
87.8% guilty · 6.1% dismissed
40
Conflict Counsel
92.5% 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
Black 136 89.7% 4.4%
White 39 92.3% 7.7%

Age Distribution

1.7%
Under 21
22.9%
21-29
45.1%
30-39
21.1%
40-49
8.6%
50-59
0.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 43 83.7% 4.7% 4.8 years
2024 79 92.4% 7.6% 5.0 years
2025 53 92.5% 1.9% 5.9 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL First Degree 172
NULL Third Degree 2
NULL Second Degree 1

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,860 34.5% 0.6%
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Trespassing 1,952 39.5% 2.5%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Trafficking in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 90.3% based on 175 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Trafficking in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 1.1% 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 Leon County?
The average sentence is 5.3 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
28.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 46.9% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 175 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026