Hit and Run in St. Johns County, Florida
154 cases (2025) · St. Johns County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
St. Johns County produced the most defendant-favorable Hit and Run outcomes in 2025. Of 154 cases, dismissals reached 5.8%—more than triple the 1.6% statewide rate—and 26% entered diversion, three times the state average. Combined, nearly one-third avoided formal conviction. Among prosecuted defendants, guilty verdicts (38.3%) and withheld adjudications (29.9%) both fell below statewide norms. This prosecutorial approach emphasizes dismissal and diversion over convictions.
Confinement was light: 1.9% prison, 20.1% jail. Sentences averaged 312 days but medians of 30 days show most received minimal incarceration. Probation averaged 349 days. St. Johns' clientele was more affluent: 39.6% had private counsel versus 24% public defenders. Average fines ($714.65) were the highest observed.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 38.3% of 154 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 154 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 76 | 1.3 months |
| State Prison Facility | 7 | 5.6 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Hit and Run sentencing in St. Johns County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (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 | 115 | 42.6% | 4.3% |
| Black | 19 | 42.1% | 5.3% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 150 | 43.3% | 3.3% | 4.6 months |
| 2024 | 148 | 43.9% | 4.7% | 4.4 months |
| 2025 | 154 | 38.3% | 5.8% | 10.4 months |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 423 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 18 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 5 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 4 |
| Felony | First Degree | 2 |
Related Charges in St. Johns County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 2,234 | 38.7% | 4.6% |
| Drug Possession | 833 | 59.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 599 | 59.4% | 10.5% |
| Larceny / Theft | 612 | 61.4% | 4.1% |
| Battery | 592 | 42.9% | 2.5% |
| DUI | 374 | 92.5% | 4.5% |
| Trespassing | 284 | 77.1% | 4.9% |
| Resisting Officer | 321 | 63.9% | 3.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Hit and Run in St. Johns County?
The guilty rate is 38.3% based on 154 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Hit and Run in St. Johns County?
Adjudication is withheld in 29.9% of cases (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 St. Johns County?
The average sentence is 10.4 months, with an average fine of $715 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
24.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 39.6% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Hit and Run in St. Johns County, Florida (2025). Based on 154 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/hit-and-run/st-johns
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Johns 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 · 154 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com