DUI in Duval County, Florida

4,840
Total Cases
98.2%
Guilty Rate
0.3%
Withheld Rate
0.2%
Dismissal Rate
1.4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 4,840 DUI cases in Duval County (2023-2025), 98.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.3% had adjudication withheld, and 0.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.4 months, with an average fine of $839.90. 31.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 39.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
98.2% (4,753)
Withheld
0.3% (16)
Diversion
0.4% (18)
Dismissed
0.2% (10)
Acquitted
0.8% (38)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.4 months
Avg Sentence
2 days
Median Sentence
11.1 months
Avg Probation
$839.90
Avg Fine
0.9%
Prison Rate
84.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 4,097 25 days
State Prison Facility 43 4.6 years
Confined to Juvenile Facility 1 3.0 months

Counsel Analysis

1,891
Public Defender
97.8% guilty · 0.3% dismissed
1,500
Private Attorney
97.3% guilty · 0.3% dismissed
1,449
Self or Unrepresented
99.7% 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
White 3,087 98.5% 0.1%
Black 1,591 97.5% 0.3%
Asian 145 99.3% 0.7%

Age Distribution

2.9%
Under 21
25.0%
21-29
32.3%
30-39
20.0%
40-49
12.5%
50-59
7.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,716 98.2% 0.2% 1.0 months
2024 1,710 98.3% 0.2% 1.5 months
2025 1,414 98.1% 0.3% 1.7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 4,680
Felony Third Degree 75
Misdemeanor Second Degree 73
Felony Second Degree 12

Related Charges in Duval County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 22,946 34.7% 3.3%
Drug Possession 16,550 72.2% 0.2%
Other 12,327 22.2% 0.3%
Larceny / Theft 9,863 67.3% 0.3%
Battery 6,652 64.8% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 6,131 78.9% 0.2%
Trespassing 5,388 81.5% 0.3%
Weapons Offense 2,378 81.3% 0.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in Duval County?
The guilty rate is 98.2% based on 4,840 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Duval County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.3% 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 Duval County?
The average sentence is 1.4 months, with an average fine of $839.90.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
39.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 31.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Duval 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 · 4,840 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026