Other in Madison County, Florida
45 cases (2025) · Madison County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Madison County's 45 "Other" cases followed an unusual pattern. While guilty verdicts accounted for 49%, withheld adjudication was exceptionally high at 40%, far above the statewide average of 18%. Dismissals aligned with statewide norms at 8.9%, but the heavy emphasis on withheld adjudication suggests the local prosecutor prioritized avoiding formal convictions.
Defendants received substantially shorter sentences than statewide patterns, averaging 445 days. Prison confinement was limited to 11.1%, with jail at 13.3%, the lowest rates observed across counties. The public defender represented 31.1% of defendants against only 2.2% private counsel.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 48.9% of 45 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 45 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 |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 33 | 4.1 years |
| County Jail | 24 | 4.6 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Other sentencing in Madison County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 33 | 48.5% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 52 | 75.0% | 9.6% | 3.5 years |
| 2024 | 54 | 66.7% | 1.9% | 1 year, 12 months |
| 2025 | 45 | 48.9% | 8.9% | 1 year, 3 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 86 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 26 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 19 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 11 |
| Not Applicable | Not Applicable | 5 |
| Misdemeanor | Not Applicable | 4 |
Related Charges in Madison County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 132 | 21.2% | 46.2% |
| Drug Possession | 35 | 91.4% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 108 (2023-2025) | 83.3% | 0.9% |
| Trespassing | 88 (2023-2025) | 89.8% | 2.3% |
| Larceny / Theft | 84 (2023-2025) | 78.6% | 2.4% |
| Battery | 77 (2023-2025) | 81.8% | 1.3% |
| Disorderly Conduct | 68 (2023-2025) | 77.9% | 5.9% |
| DUI | 28 (2023-2025) | 92.9% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Other in Madison County?
The guilty rate is 48.9% based on 45 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Madison County?
Adjudication is withheld in 40.0% 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 Other in Madison County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 3 months, with an average fine of $478 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
31.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 2.2% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Other in Madison County, Florida (2025). Based on 45 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/other/madison
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Madison 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 · 45 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com