DUI in Glades County, Florida
35 cases (2023-2025) · Glades County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Glades County prosecutes DUI cases with stark finality. Of 35 cases, 97.1 percent resulted in guilty verdicts with zero dismissals and zero acquittals—outcomes far more definitive than the statewide pattern, where 1.4 percent of DUI cases are dismissed. The county also records no adjudications withheld, meaning convictions carry permanent consequences on defendants' records. Only 2.9 percent accessed diversion programs, slightly below the statewide average of 2.2 percent, suggesting limited pathways to avoid conviction through alternative resolution.
Sentences reflect this conviction-heavy approach. The median sentence ran 60 days, while average probation lasted 250 days. About 14 percent of defendants received jail time, and fines averaged $984. Representation was split evenly between public defenders and private attorneys, each appearing in roughly 26 percent of cases, indicating comparable access to counsel across both systems.
Figures cover 35 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Where You Are in the Process
Exhibit · DUI case process
Request a formal review hearing with the DMV (DHSMV) to challenge your license suspension. Missing this deadline means an automatic suspension.
Arraignment. Charges are formally presented. Pre-trial diversion may be offered.
Pre-trial period. Your attorney negotiates with the State Attorney's office. A portion of DUI cases in Glades County receive adjudication withheld or diversion.
Typical resolution time for DUI cases in Glades County.
Source: Florida Statutes & DHSMV administrative rules — general process overview, not legal advice.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 97.1% of 35 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 35 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 5 | 3.5 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: DUI sentencing in Glades County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 31 | 96.8% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 80.0% | 0.0% | 0 days |
| 2024 | 10 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 4.5 months |
| 2025 | 20 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 2.0 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 23 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 6 |
| Misdemeanor | Not Applicable | 5 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Glades County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 220 | 59.5% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 30 | 86.7% | 0.0% |
| Other | 113 (2023-2025) | 54.9% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 62 (2023-2025) | 61.3% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 61 (2023-2025) | 85.2% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 54 (2023-2025) | 77.8% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 48 (2023-2025) | 70.8% | 0.0% |
| Hit and Run | 23 (2023-2025) | 69.6% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for DUI in Glades County?
The guilty rate is 97.1% based on 35 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Glades County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Glades County?
The average sentence is 3.5 months, with an average fine of $984 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
25.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 25.7% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). DUI in Glades County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 35 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/dui/glades
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Glades 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 · 35 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com