DUI in Sumter County, Florida

510
Total Cases
99.0%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
0.2%
Dismissal Rate
6.1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 510 DUI cases in Sumter County (2023-2025), 99.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 6.1 months, with an average fine of $948.28. 41.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 24.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
99.0% (505)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
0.2% (1)
Dismissed
0.2% (1)
Acquitted
0.6% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

6.1 months
Avg Sentence
4.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
$948.28
Avg Fine
1.2%
Prison Rate
25.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 128 3.9 months
State Prison Facility 6 4.4 years

Counsel Analysis

211
Private Attorney
99.5% guilty · 0.5% dismissed
126
Public Defender
99.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
29
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 385 98.7% 0.3%
Black 35 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

2.4%
Under 21
15.7%
21-29
21.4%
30-39
19.4%
40-49
17.3%
50-59
23.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 186 98.9% 0.5% 4.7 months
2024 170 98.8% 0.0% 4.5 months
2025 154 99.4% 0.0% 10.9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 366
Misdemeanor First Degree 132
Felony Third Degree 12

Related Charges in Sumter County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,083 62.9% 0.1%
Traffic Offense 3,081 67.0% 0.0%
Battery 1,047 64.5% 0.6%
Other 978 78.3% 1.3%
Larceny / Theft 945 76.3% 0.1%
Resisting Officer 543 84.7% 0.0%
Fraud 327 72.5% 0.0%
Drug Sale 255 94.9% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 99.0% based on 510 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Sumter County?
The average sentence is 6.1 months, with an average fine of $948.28.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
24.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 41.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter 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 · 510 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026