DUI in Leon County, Florida

634
Total Cases
80.9%
Guilty Rate
3.9%
Withheld Rate
4.6%
Dismissal Rate
1.2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 634 DUI cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 80.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 3.9% had adjudication withheld, and 4.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.2 months. 43.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 52.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
80.9% (513)
Withheld
3.9% (25)
Diversion
4.4% (28)
Dismissed
4.6% (29)
Acquitted
1.1% (7)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.2 months
Avg Sentence
2 days
Median Sentence
8.3 months
Avg Probation
0.9%
Prison Rate
64.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 409 22 days
State Prison Facility 6 2.9 years

Counsel Analysis

331
Public Defender
81.0% guilty · 4.2% dismissed
273
Private Attorney
81.3% guilty · 4.8% dismissed
15
Self or Unrepresented
73.3% guilty · 13.3% dismissed
15
Conflict Counsel
80.0% 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 353 80.2% 4.0%
Black 277 81.6% 5.4%

Age Distribution

4.3%
Under 21
29.7%
21-29
30.3%
30-39
19.4%
40-49
9.9%
50-59
6.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 226 87.6% 4.0% 1.7 months
2024 205 78.5% 3.9% 22 days
2025 203 75.9% 5.9% 1.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL Second Degree 462
NULL First Degree 154
NULL Third Degree 18

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,860 34.5% 0.6%
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Trespassing 1,952 39.5% 2.5%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 80.9% based on 634 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 3.9% 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 Leon County?
The average sentence is 1.2 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
52.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 43.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 634 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026