Other in Suwannee County, Florida

32 cases (2025) · Suwannee County courts

Suwannee County presents one of the most severe prosecution patterns observed. Among 32 "Other" charges in 2025, 93.8% resulted in guilty findings with no dismissals, diversions, or acquittals. The 6.2% withheld adjudication rate represents the sole alternative to conviction. This zero-dismissal outcome stands 8.2 percentage points below statewide, reflecting prosecution that pursues cases to guilt with minimal negotiated relief or case screening.

Sentencing reflects substantial incarceration: 43.8% received prison sentences—the highest rate in this county sample. The median of 702.5 days nearly matches the average of 815.6 days, indicating consistently long sentences rather than variation. Half of defendants (50.0%) had public defenders versus 6.2% with private counsel, limiting negotiation resources. The combination of universal guilt findings and concentrated prison use indicates Suwannee employs a particularly harsh prosecution and sentencing approach for these charges.

32
Total Cases (2025)
93.8%
Guilty Rate
6.2%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
vs 15.5% statewide, 2025
2.2 years
Avg Sentence
I Outcomes

Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)

Guilty
93.8% (30)
Withheld
6.2% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Largest outcomeGuilty — 93.8% of 32 cases.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 32 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com

II Sentencing

Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)

2.2 years
Avg Sentence
1 year, 11 months
Median Sentence
3.3 years
Avg Probation
$414
Avg Fine
43.8%
Prison Rate
18.8%
Jail Rate

Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).

Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 52 4.0 years
County Jail 16 4.0 months
57
Public Defender
87.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
10
Self or Unrepresented
30.0% guilty · 10.0% dismissed
5
Private Attorney
80.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

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 20 95.0% 0.0%
12.5%
Under 21
12.5%
21-29
40.6%
30-39
15.6%
40-49
15.6%
50-59
3.1%
60+

Exhibit · Disposition trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 51 76.5% 2.0% 3.9 years
2024 36 80.6% 0.0% 2.7 years
2025 32 93.8% 0.0% 2.2 years
Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 60
Felony Second Degree 25
Misdemeanor First Degree 20
Misdemeanor Second Degree 10
Not Applicable Not Applicable 4
Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 247 92.3% 0.0%
Drug Possession 121 87.6% 0.8%
Larceny / Theft 66 87.9% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 38 86.8% 2.6%
Battery 124 (2023-2025) 83.9% 3.2%
DUI 43 100.0% 0.0%
Sex Offense 32 100.0% 0.0%
Burglary 75 (2023-2025) 92.0% 0.0%
III Getting Help

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What is the guilty rate for Other in Suwannee County?

The guilty rate is 93.8% based on 32 cases (2025).

How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Suwannee County?

Adjudication is withheld in 6.2% 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 Suwannee County?

The average sentence is 2.2 years, with an average fine of $414 (2025).

What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?

50.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.2% retain private counsel (2025).

Cite this page

FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Other in Suwannee County, Florida (2025). Based on 32 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/other/suwannee

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Suwannee 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 · 32 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com