DUI in Clay County, Florida

552
Total Cases
97.3%
Guilty Rate
0.9%
Withheld Rate
0.5%
Dismissal Rate
2.2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 552 DUI cases in Clay County (2023-2025), 97.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.9% had adjudication withheld, and 0.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.2 months, with an average fine of $1,520. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
97.3% (537)
Withheld
0.9% (5)
Diversion
1.3% (7)
Dismissed
0.5% (3)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.2 months
Avg Sentence
9 days
Median Sentence
11.4 months
Avg Probation
$1,520
Avg Fine
1.1%
Prison Rate
50.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 279 1.6 months
State Prison Facility 6 2.7 years

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
White 446 97.8% 0.2%
Black 77 98.7% 0.0%

Age Distribution

2.5%
Under 21
21.7%
21-29
32.2%
30-39
23.2%
40-49
13.2%
50-59
7.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 190 96.3% 1.1% 2.0 months
2024 229 96.9% 0.4% 1.6 months
2025 133 99.2% 0.0% 3.8 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 528
Felony Third Degree 19
Misdemeanor Second Degree 5

Related Charges in Clay County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 3,607 50.7% 1.1%
Drug Possession 1,978 70.6% 0.7%
Larceny / Theft 1,400 62.6% 0.0%
Battery 1,244 63.9% 0.7%
Other 1,230 39.3% 33.9%
Resisting Officer 733 71.5% 0.4%
Trespassing 455 76.7% 1.3%
Disorderly Conduct 274 47.1% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in Clay County?
The guilty rate is 97.3% based on 552 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Clay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.9% 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 Clay County?
The average sentence is 2.2 months, with an average fine of $1,520.
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 Clay 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 · 552 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026