Other in Alachua County, Florida

1,219
Total Cases
69.8%
Guilty Rate
11.2%
Withheld Rate
2.1%
Dismissal Rate
2.9 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,219 Other cases in Alachua County (2023-2025), 69.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 11.2% had adjudication withheld, and 2.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.9 years, with an average fine of $1,032. 6.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 33.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
69.8% (851)
Withheld
11.2% (136)
Diversion
7.1% (86)
Dismissed
2.1% (25)
Acquitted
0.5% (6)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.9 years
Avg Sentence
1 year, 6 months
Median Sentence
2.5 years
Avg Probation
$1,032
Avg Fine
28.1%
Prison Rate
20.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 343 4.8 years
County Jail 248 5.2 months
Confinement to Hospital Facility 1 1 year, 5 months

Counsel Analysis

410
Public Defender
63.2% guilty · 2.4% dismissed
101
Self or Unrepresented
35.6% guilty · 11.9% dismissed
77
Private Attorney
62.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
16
Conflict Counsel
56.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
5
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
80.0% 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
Black 664 75.0% 3.5%
White 531 65.3% 0.2%
Asian 14 14.3% 0.0%

Age Distribution

11.1%
Under 21
22.1%
21-29
30.1%
30-39
18.5%
40-49
10.4%
50-59
7.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 428 69.6% 1.9% 3.0 years
2024 357 69.7% 3.4% 3.3 years
2025 434 70.0% 1.2% 2.5 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 476
Misdemeanor Second Degree 254
Misdemeanor First Degree 181
Not Applicable Not Applicable 148
Felony Second Degree 134
Felony First Degree 26

Related Charges in Alachua County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 2,599 65.8% 0.0%
Drug Possession 2,459 80.4% 0.2%
Larceny / Theft 2,019 81.2% 0.5%
Battery 1,648 64.6% 1.9%
Resisting Officer 1,083 78.9% 0.9%
Trespassing 966 85.3% 1.8%
Probation Violation 777 92.7% 1.7%
Fraud 744 79.7% 0.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Alachua County?
The guilty rate is 69.8% based on 1,219 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Alachua County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.2% 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 Other in Alachua County?
The average sentence is 2.9 years, with an average fine of $1,032.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
33.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.3% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Alachua 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 · 1,219 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026