DUI in Brevard County, Florida

1,533
Total Cases
59.7%
Guilty Rate
38.7%
Withheld Rate
0.9%
Dismissal Rate
1.3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,533 DUI cases in Brevard County (2023-2025), 59.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 38.7% had adjudication withheld, and 0.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.3 months. 15.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 9.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
59.7% (915)
Withheld
38.7% (594)
Diversion
0.1% (1)
Dismissed
0.9% (14)
Acquitted
0.2% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.3 months
Avg Sentence
11 days
Median Sentence
10.7 months
Avg Probation
0.0%
Prison Rate
13.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 201 1.3 months

Counsel Analysis

236
Private Attorney
53.0% guilty · 2.1% dismissed
150
Public Defender
80.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Age Distribution

2.2%
Under 21
22.0%
21-29
28.3%
30-39
21.1%
40-49
14.0%
50-59
12.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 141 65.2% 0.7% 28 days
2024 797 55.5% 0.4% 1.7 months
2025 595 64.0% 1.7% 1.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 1,533

Related Charges in Brevard County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 4,553 68.7% 1.7%
Other 3,158 28.3% 29.4%
Drug Possession 2,070 72.5% 0.8%
Larceny / Theft 1,623 65.6% 0.6%
Trespassing 1,103 83.7% 0.6%
Battery 1,080 59.7% 2.1%
Contempt of Court 1,011 11.4% 84.9%
Resisting Officer 692 68.4% 1.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in Brevard County?
The guilty rate is 59.7% based on 1,533 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Brevard County?
Adjudication is withheld in 38.7% 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 DUI in Brevard County?
The average sentence is 1.3 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
9.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 15.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Brevard 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 · 1,533 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026