Hit and Run in Levy County, Florida
26 cases (2023-2025) · Levy County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Levy County prosecutes hit-and-run charges more aggressively than most of Florida. While 73 percent of defendants are convicted outright and 27 percent receive adjudication withheld—a Florida outcome that avoids a formal conviction on the record—Levy County has no dismissals or diversion opportunities, compared to a statewide dismissal rate of 1.8 percent and diversion rate of 8.0 percent. This suggests the local prosecutor prioritizes moving cases toward adjudication rather than allowing dismissals or diversion.
Confinement patterns reflect intermediate severity. Thirty-one percent of defendants spend time in jail, with a median sentence of 25 days, though averages reach 145 days, indicating some receive significantly longer terms. One-third of defendants are represented by public defenders.
Figures cover 26 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 outcomeGuilty — 73.1% of 26 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 26 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 |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 8 | 21 days |
| State Prison Facility | 2 | 1 year, 9 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Hit and Run sentencing in Levy County.
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 | 22 | 68.2% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 | 87.5% | 0.0% | 10.8 months |
| 2024 | 9 | 55.6% | 0.0% | 24 days |
| 2025 | 9 | 77.8% | 0.0% | 1.0 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 23 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 2 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Levy County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 333 | 71.2% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 166 | 83.1% | 0.0% |
| Other | 128 | 80.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 70 | 81.4% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 55 | 83.6% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 44 | 88.6% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 73 | 98.6% | 0.0% |
| Weapons Offense | 82 (2023-2025) | 96.3% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Hit and Run in Levy County?
The guilty rate is 73.1% based on 26 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Hit and Run in Levy County?
Adjudication is withheld in 26.9% 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 Levy County?
The average sentence is 4.8 months, with an average fine of $154 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
34.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.7% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Hit and Run in Levy County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 26 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/hit-and-run/levy
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Levy 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 · 26 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com