DUI in St. Johns County, Florida

1,337
Total Cases
92.3%
Guilty Rate
1.3%
Withheld Rate
4.6%
Dismissal Rate
2.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,337 DUI cases in St. Johns County (2023-2025), 92.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 1.3% had adjudication withheld, and 4.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.9 months, with an average fine of $1,229. 37.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 35.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
92.3% (1,234)
Withheld
1.3% (17)
Diversion
1.2% (16)
Dismissed
4.6% (61)
Acquitted
0.1% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.9 months
Avg Sentence
1.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 1 months
Avg Probation
$1,229
Avg Fine
1.0%
Prison Rate
23.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 320 1.8 months
State Prison Facility 13 2.5 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 10 days

Counsel Analysis

496
Private Attorney
94.8% guilty · 0.6% dismissed
479
Public Defender
93.3% guilty · 4.4% dismissed
37
Self or Unrepresented
91.9% guilty · 5.4% dismissed
11
Conflict Counsel
90.9% guilty · 9.1% 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 1,078 92.7% 4.2%
Black 111 93.7% 4.5%
Not Available 14 78.6% 7.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native 10 80.0% 20.0%

Age Distribution

1.7%
Under 21
16.5%
21-29
30.7%
30-39
22.3%
40-49
17.7%
50-59
11.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 489 96.5% 1.8% 2.8 months
2024 479 88.3% 7.3% 2.8 months
2025 369 91.9% 4.6% 3.2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 897
Misdemeanor Second Degree 396
Felony Third Degree 43
Felony Second Degree 1

Related Charges in St. Johns County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 7,840 36.5% 6.1%
Drug Possession 2,813 66.1% 2.3%
Other 2,071 67.0% 7.3%
Larceny / Theft 2,011 59.2% 3.8%
Battery 1,643 47.2% 3.5%
Trespassing 1,088 82.5% 4.0%
Resisting Officer 1,015 66.6% 3.0%
Sex Offense 536 86.6% 1.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in St. Johns County?
The guilty rate is 92.3% based on 1,337 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in St. Johns County?
Adjudication is withheld in 1.3% 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 St. Johns County?
The average sentence is 2.9 months, with an average fine of $1,229.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
35.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 37.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Johns 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 · 1,337 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026