Homicide in Levy County, Florida

Homicide cases in Levy County end in conviction at an extraordinarily high rate. Of 16 cases, 93.8 percent resulted in guilty verdicts with no acquittals and no withheld adjudications. The 6.2 percent dismissal rate—one case—runs substantially higher than the statewide average of 1.9 percent, a gap of 4.3 percentage points. This suggests Levy County prosecutors pursue homicide charges selectively or that borderline cases are screened out before trial, while those that proceed are nearly certain to result in conviction. No defendants accessed pre-trial diversion, and the State Attorney's office showed no pattern of withholding adjudication in these cases.

Sentences in Levy County homicides are severe. The median sentence of 8,218 days—over 22 years—exceeds the average of 7,686 days, indicating the longest sentences pulled the median upward. Nearly 94 percent of defendants received prison time. About half of defendants were represented by public defenders and one quarter by private attorneys, though representation data for the remaining quarter is absent. Probation averaged 2,466 days following incarceration.

6.2% of Homicide cases in Levy County are dismissed — higher than Florida's statewide average of 2.0%. An attorney who works in Levy County can tell you if your case fits the dismissal pattern.

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16
Total Cases
93.8%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
6.2%
Dismissal Rate
21.1 years
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
93.8% (15)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
6.2% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

21.1 years
Avg Sentence
22.5 years
Median Sentence
6.8 years
Avg Probation
$2,500
Avg Fine
93.8%
Prison Rate
0.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 15 16.8 years

Counsel Analysis

8
Public Defender
87.5% guilty · 12.5% dismissed

Age Distribution

6.2%
Under 21
18.8%
21-29
43.8%
30-39
0.0%
40-49
18.8%
50-59
12.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2024 6 100.0% 0.0% 27.5 years
2025 7 85.7% 14.3% 19.5 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony First Degree 9
Felony Capital 4
Felony Second Degree 3

Related Charges in Levy County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,262 68.9% 0.0%
Drug Possession 561 85.4% 0.0%
Other 326 78.8% 4.3%
Battery 220 80.5% 0.5%
Larceny / Theft 195 83.1% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 184 90.8% 0.0%
Sex Offense 94 97.9% 1.1%
Weapons Offense 82 96.3% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Homicide in Levy County?
The guilty rate is 93.8% based on 16 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Homicide in Levy County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Homicide in Levy County?
The average sentence is 21.1 years, with an average fine of $2,500.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
50.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 25.0% retain private counsel.

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 · 16 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026