Hit and Run in Leon County, Florida

388
Total Cases
34.5%
Guilty Rate
17.8%
Withheld Rate
1.8%
Dismissal Rate
6.3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 388 Hit and Run cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 34.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 17.8% had adjudication withheld, and 1.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 6.3 months. 27.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 55.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
34.5% (134)
Withheld
17.8% (69)
Diversion
43.0% (167)
Dismissed
1.8% (7)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

6.3 months
Avg Sentence
1.2 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Avg Probation
2.3%
Prison Rate
32.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 127 1.5 months
State Prison Facility 9 6.1 years

Counsel Analysis

216
Public Defender
34.3% guilty · 0.9% dismissed
108
Private Attorney
35.2% guilty · 0.9% dismissed
39
Self or Unrepresented
17.9% guilty · 7.7% dismissed
25
Conflict Counsel
60.0% guilty · 4.0% 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
Black 200 43.5% 1.0%
White 180 26.1% 2.8%

Age Distribution

12.4%
Under 21
34.8%
21-29
24.2%
30-39
12.6%
40-49
9.5%
50-59
6.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 136 39.7% 2.9% 3.6 months
2024 113 29.2% 1.8% 1.7 months
2025 139 33.8% 0.7% 1 year

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL Second Degree 356
NULL Third Degree 26
NULL First Degree 6

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,860 34.5% 0.6%
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Trespassing 1,952 39.5% 2.5%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Hit and Run in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 34.5% based on 388 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Hit and Run in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.8% 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 Leon County?
The average sentence is 6.3 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
55.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 27.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 388 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026