DUI in Putnam County, Florida
34 cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Putnam County recorded zero DUI dismissals, with 97.1% of defendants convicted. Unlike most Florida counties, Putnam used withheld adjudication in 2.9% of cases—a non-conviction outcome where judges find guilt but spare the defendant a formal conviction record. No diversion programs were deployed, differing from the statewide diversion rate of 2.1%.
Convicted defendants averaged 33 days of confinement, with jail time imposed in 55.9% of cases. Probation lasted 359 days, and fines averaged $1,198. Public defenders represented 52.9% of defendants, while only 11.8% had private counsel, indicating a predominantly lower-income defendant population.
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 Putnam County receive adjudication withheld or diversion.
Typical resolution time for DUI cases in Putnam County.
Source: Florida Statutes & DHSMV administrative rules — general process overview, not legal advice.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 97.1% of 34 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 34 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 | 54 | 1.9 months |
| State Prison Facility | 8 | 3.0 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: DUI sentencing in Putnam County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (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 | 23 | 95.7% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 59 | 98.3% | 0.0% | 1 year, 1 months |
| 2024 | 38 | 92.1% | 2.6% | 4.0 months |
| 2025 | 34 | 97.1% | 0.0% | 1.1 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 101 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 19 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 11 |
Related Charges in Putnam County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 991 | 77.4% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 571 | 65.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 239 | 59.4% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 244 | 82.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 183 | 79.2% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 118 | 91.5% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for DUI in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 97.1% based on 34 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 2.9% 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 Putnam County?
The average sentence is 1.1 months, with an average fine of $1,198 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
52.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.8% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). DUI in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 34 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/dui/putnam
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Putnam 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 · 34 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com