Hit and Run in Calhoun County, Florida
17 cases (2023-2025) · Calhoun County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Calhoun County's hit-and-run outcomes are dominated by withheld adjudications at 64.7%, far exceeding the statewide average of 31.3%. Just 35.3% result in guilty verdicts. No cases were dismissed, contrasting with the statewide dismissal rate of 1.8%. This pattern suggests Calhoun judges routinely withhold adjudication for hit-and-run, allowing most defendants to avoid formal conviction records despite guilty findings.
Calhoun sentences are minimal—averaging 9.5 days with that same median—indicating brief confinement or suspended sentences. Jail affects only 11.8% of cases. Probation averages 287 days, under one year. Fines average $192. The small sample size limits broader conclusions, but the data suggests Calhoun treats hit-and-run leniently compared to statewide norms.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Figures cover 17 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeAdjudication withheld — 64.7% of 17 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 17 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 2 | 9 days |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Hit and Run sentencing in Calhoun County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Hit and Run in Calhoun County?
The guilty rate is 35.3% based on 17 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Hit and Run in Calhoun County?
Adjudication is withheld in 64.7% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Hit and Run in Calhoun County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 9 days, with an average fine of $192 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
17.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 15 | 40.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 16.7% | 0.0% | 0 days |
| 2024 | 5 | 40.0% | 0.0% | 0 days |
| 2025 | 6 | 50.0% | 0.0% | 9 days |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 13 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 3 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Calhoun County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 126 | 84.1% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 66 | 59.1% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 172 (2023-2025) | 80.2% | 0.6% |
| Battery | 58 | 79.3% | 0.0% |
| Bribery | 72 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Other | 86 (2023-2025) | 55.8% | 2.3% |
| Resisting Officer | 58 (2023-2025) | 62.1% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 57 (2023-2025) | 59.6% | 0.0% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Hit and Run in Calhoun County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 17 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/hit-and-run/calhoun
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Calhoun 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 · 17 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com