DUI in Levy County, Florida
31 cases (2025) · Levy County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Levy County completed 31 DUI cases with a 100% guilty rate and no dismissals, diversions, or withheld adjudications. This matches the restrictive pattern seen in other small rural counties, with conviction as the sole outcome. The county fell 1.4 points below statewide dismissal rates and 2.1 points below diversion use.
Despite universal conviction, sentences remained moderate. Average sentencing was 165 days with a median of 127 days. Jail confinement accounted for 35.5%. Probation averaged 482 days, higher than many other counties, and fines averaged $1,263. Public defenders handled 41.9% of cases, providing substantial representation of indigent defendants.
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 Levy County receive adjudication withheld or diversion.
Typical resolution time for DUI cases in Levy County.
Source: Florida Statutes & DHSMV administrative rules — general process overview, not legal advice.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 100.0% of 31 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 31 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 21 | 5.1 months |
| State Prison Facility | 1 | 2.5 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: DUI sentencing in Levy 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 | 49 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Black | 10 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 18 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 3.8 months |
| 2024 | 14 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 9 months |
| 2025 | 31 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 5.5 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 48 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 10 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 5 |
Related Charges in Levy County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 333 | 71.2% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 166 | 83.1% | 0.0% |
| Other | 128 | 80.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 70 | 81.4% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 55 | 83.6% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 44 | 88.6% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 73 | 98.6% | 0.0% |
| Weapons Offense | 82 (2023-2025) | 96.3% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for DUI in Levy County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 31 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Levy County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% of cases (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 Levy County?
The average sentence is 5.5 months, with an average fine of $1,263 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
41.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 16.1% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). DUI in Levy County, Florida (2025). Based on 31 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/dui/levy
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Levy 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 · 31 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com