DUI in St. Lucie County, Florida

1,559
Total Cases
98.5%
Guilty Rate
0.1%
Withheld Rate
0.4%
Dismissal Rate
4.1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,559 DUI cases in St. Lucie County (2023-2025), 98.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.1% had adjudication withheld, and 0.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.1 months, with an average fine of $1,248. 34.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 23.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
98.5% (1,536)
Withheld
0.1% (1)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.4% (7)
Acquitted
0.8% (13)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.1 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
$1,248
Avg Fine
1.2%
Prison Rate
37.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 589 2.8 months
State Prison Facility 19 3.7 years

Counsel Analysis

537
Private Attorney
98.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
370
Public Defender
98.1% guilty · 0.5% dismissed
10
Conflict Counsel
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 877 98.4% 0.7%
Black 292 99.0% 0.0%
Not Available 22 100.0% 0.0%
Asian 17 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

2.4%
Under 21
20.1%
21-29
31.2%
30-39
19.9%
40-49
13.8%
50-59
12.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 441 97.7% 0.5% 3.1 months
2024 532 98.5% 0.9% 4.1 months
2025 586 99.1% 0.0% 5.0 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,403
Misdemeanor Second Degree 117
Felony Third Degree 38
NULL NULL 1

Related Charges in St. Lucie County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,553 73.5% 7.8%
Traffic Offense 2,435 83.4% 0.4%
Battery 1,919 59.7% 8.3%
Larceny / Theft 1,859 79.2% 2.0%
Other 1,570 74.3% 8.0%
Resisting Officer 1,213 81.7% 4.7%
Fraud 992 65.6% 4.0%
Trespassing 686 76.2% 9.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in St. Lucie County?
The guilty rate is 98.5% based on 1,559 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in St. Lucie 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 St. Lucie County?
The average sentence is 4.1 months, with an average fine of $1,248.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
23.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 34.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Lucie 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 · 1,559 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026