DUI in Escambia County, Florida

1,374
Total Cases
90.6%
Guilty Rate
0.4%
Withheld Rate
6.6%
Dismissal Rate
6.5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,374 DUI cases in Escambia County (2023-2025), 90.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.4% had adjudication withheld, and 6.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 6.5 months, with an average fine of $1,360. 0.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 6.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
90.6% (1,245)
Withheld
0.4% (6)
Diversion
0.6% (8)
Dismissed
6.6% (91)
Acquitted
1.5% (21)

Sentencing Breakdown

6.5 months
Avg Sentence
3.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
$1,360
Avg Fine
0.4%
Prison Rate
8.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 121 4.1 months
State Prison Facility 5 5.1 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 1 year, 6 months

Counsel Analysis

549
Self or Unrepresented
94.5% guilty · 4.2% dismissed
490
Other
88.2% guilty · 6.7% dismissed
88
Public Defender
97.7% guilty · 2.3% dismissed
9
Conflict Counsel
88.9% guilty · 11.1% 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 932 90.6% 7.4%
Black 331 91.2% 3.3%

Age Distribution

3.4%
Under 21
25.5%
21-29
28.7%
30-39
19.7%
40-49
12.3%
50-59
10.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 409 88.8% 8.3% 7.4 months
2024 437 93.6% 2.3% 6.0 months
2025 528 89.6% 8.9% 6.7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 609
Misdemeanor Second Degree 481
Misdemeanor First Degree 266
Felony Third Degree 17
Felony Second Degree 1

Related Charges in Escambia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 8,937 54.7% 16.0%
Drug Possession 6,479 74.5% 4.8%
Larceny / Theft 5,240 70.7% 6.8%
Other 4,132 36.0% 5.9%
Battery 2,484 61.5% 12.7%
Trespassing 1,919 84.7% 5.5%
Resisting Officer 1,700 77.1% 6.4%
Fraud 1,552 52.1% 26.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 90.6% based on 1,374 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.4% 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 Escambia County?
The average sentence is 6.5 months, with an average fine of $1,360.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
6.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Escambia 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 · 1,374 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026