Hit and Run in Lake County, Florida

433
Total Cases
60.3%
Guilty Rate
36.7%
Withheld Rate
1.2%
Dismissal Rate
6.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 433 Hit and Run cases in Lake County (2023-2025), 60.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 36.7% had adjudication withheld, and 1.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 6.9 months, with an average fine of $219.93. 30.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 38.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
60.3% (261)
Withheld
36.7% (159)
Diversion
1.4% (6)
Dismissed
1.2% (5)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

6.9 months
Avg Sentence
25 days
Median Sentence
9.2 months
Avg Probation
$219.93
Avg Fine
0.5%
Prison Rate
6.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 29 26 days
State Prison Facility 2 4.0 years

Counsel Analysis

168
Public Defender
75.6% guilty · 3.0% dismissed
133
Private Attorney
57.9% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
132
Self or Unrepresented
43.2% 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 317 60.9% 0.6%
Black 85 61.2% 3.5%

Age Distribution

9.2%
Under 21
25.2%
21-29
23.1%
30-39
14.3%
40-49
10.6%
50-59
17.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 113 69.9% 1.8% 1 year, 2 months
2024 162 54.3% 1.9% 21 days
2025 158 59.5% 0.0% 4.2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 384
Misdemeanor NULL 22
Felony Third Degree 19
Felony NULL 3
Felony First Degree 2
Felony Second Degree 2
Misdemeanor First Degree 1

Related Charges in Lake County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 6,632 72.1% 0.6%
Drug Possession 4,332 77.5% 0.8%
Other 4,297 16.3% 1.4%
Larceny / Theft 2,849 67.6% 1.1%
Battery 1,797 56.1% 1.7%
Resisting Officer 1,568 81.2% 2.0%
DUI 1,270 98.7% 0.8%
Trespassing 1,157 83.8% 4.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Hit and Run in Lake County?
The guilty rate is 60.3% based on 433 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Hit and Run in Lake County?
Adjudication is withheld in 36.7% 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 Lake County?
The average sentence is 6.9 months, with an average fine of $219.93.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
38.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 30.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lake 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 · 433 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026