Hit and Run in Escambia County, Florida

569
Total Cases
62.4%
Guilty Rate
20.2%
Withheld Rate
9.1%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 569 Hit and Run cases in Escambia County (2023-2025), 62.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 20.2% had adjudication withheld, and 9.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 11 months, with an average fine of $376.14. 0.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 4.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
62.4% (355)
Withheld
20.2% (115)
Diversion
8.3% (47)
Dismissed
9.1% (52)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 9 months
Avg Probation
$376.14
Avg Fine
1.4%
Prison Rate
3.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 22 2.6 months
State Prison Facility 8 6.6 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 1 year, 6 months

Counsel Analysis

169
Other
64.5% guilty · 8.3% dismissed
119
Self or Unrepresented
59.7% guilty · 4.2% dismissed
27
Public Defender
63.0% 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 361 60.7% 10.2%
Black 143 68.5% 5.6%
Asian 15 33.3% 33.3%

Age Distribution

8.3%
Under 21
25.8%
21-29
26.9%
30-39
16.0%
40-49
10.9%
50-59
12.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 204 59.3% 14.7% 10.3 months
2024 155 67.1% 3.2% 6.3 months
2025 210 61.9% 8.1% 2.5 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 336
Misdemeanor Second Degree 209
Felony Third Degree 18
Felony First Degree 3
Felony Second Degree 3

Related Charges in Escambia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 8,937 54.7% 16.0%
Drug Possession 6,479 74.5% 4.8%
Larceny / Theft 5,240 70.7% 6.8%
Other 4,132 36.0% 5.9%
Battery 2,484 61.5% 12.7%
Trespassing 1,919 84.7% 5.5%
Resisting Officer 1,700 77.1% 6.4%
Fraud 1,552 52.1% 26.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Hit and Run in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 62.4% based on 569 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Hit and Run in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 20.2% 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 Hit and Run in Escambia County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 11 months, with an average fine of $376.14.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
4.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Escambia 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 · 569 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026