DUI in Gulf County, Florida

In Gulf County, every single DUI defendant in this dataset was convicted, a stark departure from statewide patterns. Across Florida's 69,311 DUI cases, 1.4 percent result in dismissal and 1.5 percent in withheld adjudication—outcomes that never occurred in Gulf County's 11 cases. The county also used no pre-trial diversion, compared to a statewide rate of 2.2 percent. This suggests Gulf County's State Attorney pursues DUI charges aggressively and that local courts impose conviction uniformly in prosecuted cases, with no opportunity for guilt avoidance through program completion.

Sentencing in Gulf County reflects this conviction-heavy approach. Defendants faced an average of 338 days in sentence length and 710 days of probation, with fines averaging $2,357. Over one-third faced jail time and 18 percent received prison sentences. Notably, 45.5 percent of defendants were represented by public defenders or private attorneys, indicating most could not afford counsel upfront. The median sentence of 192 days was substantially lower than the mean, suggesting some cases resulted in minimal confinement while others drew lengthy prison terms.

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11
Total Cases
100.0%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
11.3 months
Avg Sentence

Where You Are in the Process

1
Within 10 days

Request a formal review hearing with the DMV (DHSMV) to challenge your license suspension. Missing this deadline means an automatic suspension.

2
2–4 weeks

Arraignment. Charges are formally presented. Pre-trial diversion may be offered.

3
1–4 months

Pre-trial period. Your attorney negotiates with the State Attorney's office. A portion of DUI cases in Gulf County receive adjudication withheld or diversion.

4
6.4 months (median)

Typical resolution time for DUI cases in Gulf County.

Source: Florida Statutes & DHSMV administrative rules — general process overview, not legal advice.

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
100.0% (11)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

11.3 months
Avg Sentence
6.4 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 12 months
Avg Probation
$2,357
Avg Fine
18.2%
Prison Rate
36.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 4 3.2 months
State Prison Facility 2 2.3 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 10 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
18.2%
21-29
36.4%
30-39
9.1%
40-49
18.2%
50-59
18.2%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 8
Felony Third Degree 3

Related Charges in Gulf County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 505 83.8% 11.1%
Traffic Offense 404 94.1% 0.2%
Drug Possession 300 86.3% 0.3%
Battery 135 83.7% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 85 84.7% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 75 82.7% 0.0%
Sex Offense 54 79.6% 0.0%
Disorderly Conduct 46 91.3% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in Gulf County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 11 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Gulf 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 Gulf County?
The average sentence is 11.3 months, with an average fine of $2,357.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
27.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 18.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Gulf 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 · 11 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026