DUI in Madison County, Florida
27 cases (2023-2025) · Madison County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
From 2023 to 2025, DUI cases in Madison County resulted in near-universal conviction, with minimal dismissals or diversions. Guilty verdicts occurred in 96.3% of cases, and adjudication withheld in 3.7%. No dismissals, diversions, or acquittals were recorded, despite statewide dismissal and diversion averages of 1.4% and 2.0% respectively. Madison County's circuit prosecutor pursued DUI charges with extreme consistency, offering defendants virtually no alternative outcomes.
Confinement and probation exposure were modest compared to other felony offenses. Jail was imposed in 18.5% of cases, with a median jail sentence of 30 days and average of 36 days, suggesting most defendants received probation-only or non-custodial outcomes. Probation averaged 438.1 days. Public defenders represented 74.1% of defendants, compared to 11.1% private counsel, indicating an overwhelmingly indigent clientele.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Figures cover 27 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 Madison County receive adjudication withheld or diversion.
Typical resolution time for DUI cases in Madison County.
Source: Florida Statutes & DHSMV administrative rules — general process overview, not legal advice.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 96.3% of 27 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 27 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 (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 5 | 1.2 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: DUI sentencing in Madison County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for DUI in Madison County?
The guilty rate is 96.3% based on 27 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Madison County?
Adjudication is withheld in 3.7% 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 Madison County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 1.2 months, with an average fine of $1,077 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
74.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.1% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
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 | 18 | 94.4% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 15 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 1.3 months |
| 2024 | 8 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 1.0 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 14 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 10 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 2 |
| Misdemeanor | Not Applicable | 1 |
Related Charges in Madison County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 132 | 21.2% | 46.2% |
| Other | 45 | 48.9% | 8.9% |
| Drug Possession | 35 | 91.4% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 108 (2023-2025) | 83.3% | 0.9% |
| Trespassing | 88 (2023-2025) | 89.8% | 2.3% |
| Larceny / Theft | 84 (2023-2025) | 78.6% | 2.4% |
| Battery | 77 (2023-2025) | 81.8% | 1.3% |
| Disorderly Conduct | 68 (2023-2025) | 77.9% | 5.9% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). DUI in Madison County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 27 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/dui/madison
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Madison 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 · 27 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com