DUI in Marion County, Florida

1,464
Total Cases
98.8%
Guilty Rate
0.1%
Withheld Rate
0.3%
Dismissal Rate
2.3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,464 DUI cases in Marion County (2023-2025), 98.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.1% had adjudication withheld, and 0.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.3 months, with an average fine of $1,185. 32.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 40.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
98.8% (1,447)
Withheld
0.1% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.3% (4)
Acquitted
0.3% (4)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.3 months
Avg Sentence
10 days
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
$1,185
Avg Fine
1.4%
Prison Rate
82.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,214 1.5 months
State Prison Facility 21 3.8 years

Counsel Analysis

597
Public Defender
99.2% guilty · 0.2% dismissed
469
Private Attorney
99.4% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
10
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 1,025 98.7% 0.3%
Black 219 99.1% 0.5%
Asian 16 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

3.4%
Under 21
20.1%
21-29
29.3%
30-39
19.3%
40-49
15.1%
50-59
12.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 506 98.6% 0.4% 2.4 months
2024 526 98.9% 0.2% 2.5 months
2025 432 99.1% 0.2% 1.8 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 900
Misdemeanor First Degree 496
Felony Third Degree 68

Related Charges in Marion County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 8,998 66.7% 12.8%
Drug Possession 8,981 77.5% 2.2%
Traffic Offense 6,934 61.4% 0.2%
Larceny / Theft 4,060 81.4% 0.3%
Battery 2,533 70.3% 0.6%
Resisting Officer 2,313 85.6% 0.4%
Trespassing 1,679 85.3% 0.1%
Sex Offense 1,463 93.6% 0.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in Marion County?
The guilty rate is 98.8% based on 1,464 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Marion County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.1% 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 Marion County?
The average sentence is 2.3 months, with an average fine of $1,185.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
40.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 32.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Marion 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 · 1,464 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026