DUI in Lee County, Florida

3,521
Total Cases
98.2%
Guilty Rate
0.4%
Withheld Rate
0.6%
Dismissal Rate
2.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 3,521 DUI cases in Lee County (2023-2025), 98.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.4% had adjudication withheld, and 0.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.9 months. 11.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 7.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
98.2% (3,457)
Withheld
0.4% (15)
Diversion
0.0% (1)
Dismissed
0.6% (20)
Acquitted
0.8% (27)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.9 months
Avg Sentence
24 days
Median Sentence
10.6 months
Avg Probation
0.8%
Prison Rate
30.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,073 2.0 months
State Prison Facility 28 3.2 years

Counsel Analysis

405
Private Attorney
98.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
271
Public Defender
99.3% guilty · 0.4% dismissed
63
Self or Unrepresented
100.0% 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 3,027 98.1% 0.6%
Black 273 98.5% 0.0%
Asian 14 100.0% 0.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native 10 90.0% 10.0%

Age Distribution

2.5%
Under 21
24.6%
21-29
28.5%
30-39
20.2%
40-49
14.4%
50-59
9.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,064 96.5% 1.2% 2.7 months
2024 1,205 98.8% 0.3% 3.1 months
2025 1,252 99.0% 0.2% 3.0 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Not Applicable 2,067
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,232
Misdemeanor Second Degree 137
Felony Third Degree 85

Related Charges in Lee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 5,953 79.4% 0.2%
Traffic Offense 5,651 78.7% 0.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,186 81.9% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 1,991 85.2% 1.6%
Battery 1,752 69.5% 1.8%
Trespassing 1,425 88.0% 4.5%
Other 1,124 70.6% 1.5%
Burglary 646 76.0% 0.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in Lee County?
The guilty rate is 98.2% based on 3,521 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Lee 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 Lee County?
The average sentence is 2.9 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
7.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.5% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lee 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 · 3,521 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026