DUI in Holmes County, Florida
45 cases (2023-2025) · Holmes County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
In Holmes County, DUI cases proceed to guilty verdicts with near-absolute certainty: all 44 prosecuted cases resulted in conviction, with zero dismissals, acquittals, or withheld adjudications. This 100 percent conviction rate stands sharply above statewide patterns, where dismissals occur in 1.4 percent of DUI cases and judges withhold adjudication in another 1.5 percent. The county also makes no use of diversion programs, which handle 2.2 percent of DUI cases statewide. This suggests Holmes County's State Attorney pursues DUI charges with minimal discretion to decline prosecution or negotiate alternative resolutions.
Sentences reflect this prosecution posture. The average sentence spans 106 days with a median of 90 days, paired with roughly one year of probation and a fine averaging $1,180. About one in five defendants served jail time. The data shows a notable split in legal representation: 45.5 percent retained private counsel while only 9.1 percent received a public defender, indicating most defendants were able to hire their own attorney rather than qualifying for state-appointed representation based on indigency.
Figures cover 45 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 Holmes County receive adjudication withheld or diversion.
Typical resolution time for DUI cases in Holmes County.
Source: Florida Statutes & DHSMV administrative rules — general process overview, not legal advice.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 100.0% of 45 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 45 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 | 10 | 3.8 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: DUI sentencing in Holmes 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 | 40 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 13 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 6.0 months |
| 2024 | 18 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 2.3 months |
| 2025 | 14 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 6.0 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 25 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 18 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 2 |
Related Charges in Holmes County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 359 | 88.9% | 0.3% |
| Traffic Offense | 129 | 71.3% | 0.8% |
| Other | 88 | 90.9% | 1.1% |
| Battery | 100 | 83.0% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 62 | 90.3% | 0.0% |
| Disorderly Conduct | 46 | 60.9% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 35 | 85.7% | 0.0% |
| Drug Sale | 78 (2023-2025) | 98.7% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for DUI in Holmes County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 45 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Holmes 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 Holmes County?
The average sentence is 3.8 months, with an average fine of $1,238 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
8.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 44.4% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). DUI in Holmes County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 45 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/dui/holmes
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Holmes 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 · 45 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com