DUI in Gilchrist County, Florida

71
Total Cases
88.7%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
2.7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 71 DUI cases in Gilchrist County (2023-2025), 88.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.7 months, with an average fine of $1,050. 12.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 67.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
88.7% (63)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
7.0% (5)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
4.2% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.7 months
Avg Sentence
1.5 months
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
$1,050
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
29.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 21 2.7 months

Counsel Analysis

48
Public Defender
87.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
9
Private Attorney
77.8% 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 55 85.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

2.8%
Under 21
29.6%
21-29
32.4%
30-39
16.9%
40-49
11.3%
50-59
7.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 30 93.3% 0.0% 2.6 months
2024 17 94.1% 0.0% 1.7 months
2025 24 79.2% 0.0% 4.9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 49
Misdemeanor First Degree 21
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Gilchrist County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 326 63.2% 0.0%
Drug Possession 259 72.2% 0.0%
Other 110 67.3% 0.9%
Battery 98 61.2% 3.1%
Larceny / Theft 66 81.8% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 53 84.9% 0.0%
Trespassing 49 73.5% 0.0%
Burglary 43 83.7% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in Gilchrist County?
The guilty rate is 88.7% based on 71 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Gilchrist County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Gilchrist County?
The average sentence is 2.7 months, with an average fine of $1,050.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
67.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 12.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Gilchrist 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 · 71 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026