Drug Trafficking in Liberty County, Florida

12
Total Cases
75.0%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
16.7%
Dismissal Rate
3.9 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 12 Drug Trafficking cases in Liberty County (2023-2025), 75.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.0% had adjudication withheld, and 16.7% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.9 years, with an average fine of $50,029. 8.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 58.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
75.0% (9)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
16.7% (2)
Acquitted
8.3% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.9 years
Avg Sentence
3.0 years
Median Sentence
3.0 years
Avg Probation
$50,029
Avg Fine
66.7%
Prison Rate
8.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 8 4.4 years
County Jail 1 6.0 months

Counsel Analysis

7
Public Defender
57.1% guilty · 28.6% dismissed

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
50.0%
21-29
41.7%
30-39
8.3%
40-49
0.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony First Degree 12

Related Charges in Liberty County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 275 69.5% 4.0%
Traffic Offense 200 50.0% 3.0%
Other 125 42.4% 19.2%
Battery 68 51.5% 8.8%
Resisting Officer 52 65.4% 11.5%
Trespassing 42 42.9% 28.6%
Larceny / Theft 34 52.9% 5.9%
Contempt of Court 23 47.8% 17.4%

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16.7% of Drug Trafficking cases in Liberty County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Drug Trafficking in Liberty County?
The guilty rate is 75.0% based on 12 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Trafficking in Liberty 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 Liberty County?
The average sentence is 3.9 years, with an average fine of $50,029.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
58.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 8.3% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Liberty 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 · 12 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026