DUI in Broward County, Florida

2,395
Total Cases
83.5%
Guilty Rate
2.7%
Withheld Rate
3.0%
Dismissal Rate
5.0 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 2,395 DUI cases in Broward County (2023-2025), 83.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 2.7% had adjudication withheld, and 3.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.0 months. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
83.5% (2,000)
Withheld
2.7% (64)
Diversion
9.3% (223)
Dismissed
3.0% (73)
Acquitted
1.4% (34)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.0 months
Avg Sentence
2.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 11 months
Avg Probation
0.7%
Prison Rate
11.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 271 3.8 months
State Prison Facility 17 1 year, 12 months

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
Not Available 1,631 83.5% 3.0%
Black 705 84.0% 3.0%
Asian 28 67.9% 10.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native 16 93.8% 0.0%

Age Distribution

2.0%
Under 21
20.5%
21-29
31.8%
30-39
21.6%
40-49
14.7%
50-59
9.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 650 91.5% 1.8% 3.7 months
2024 925 82.8% 4.2% 5.4 months
2025 820 77.9% 2.7% 5.9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 2,064
Misdemeanor Second Degree 261
Felony Third Degree 70

Related Charges in Broward County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 20,241 20.4% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 8,143 61.5% 1.1%
Drug Possession 5,290 56.2% 7.8%
Resisting Officer 4,126 51.8% 3.0%
Trespassing 3,442 51.5% 3.2%
Other 3,123 32.6% 26.9%
Battery 2,519 51.1% 5.5%
Fraud 2,358 58.1% 2.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in Broward County?
The guilty rate is 83.5% based on 2,395 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Broward County?
Adjudication is withheld in 2.7% 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 Broward County?
The average sentence is 5.0 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% 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 Broward 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 · 2,395 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026