Other in Union County, Florida

59 cases (2025) · Union County courts

In 2025, Union County's 59 "Other" cases reflected an unusual profile. Diversion programs resolved 22% of cases—nearly triple the 8.5% statewide rate—while guilty verdicts accounted for just 50.8% and withheld adjudication 25.4%. Dismissals were rare at 1.7%, suggesting the county screened cases severely before prosecution but then emphasized community-based resolution for those charged.

Defendants who received sentences faced exceptionally long terms: an average of 1,585 days with a median of 1,279 days—the longest among all observed counties. Prison confinement applied to 32.2%, the highest rate, while jail was minimal at 5.1%. The public defender represented 32.2% of defendants against 10.2% private counsel.

59
Total Cases (2025)
50.8%
Guilty Rate
25.4%
Withheld Rate
1.7%
Dismissal Rate
vs 15.5% statewide, 2025
4.3 years
Avg Sentence
I Outcomes

Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)

Guilty
50.8% (30)
Withheld
25.4% (15)
Diversion
22.0% (13)
Dismissed
1.7% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Largest outcomeGuilty — 50.8% of 59 cases.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 59 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com

II Sentencing

Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)

4.3 years
Avg Sentence
3.5 years
Median Sentence
2.0 years
Avg Probation
$37,525
Avg Fine
32.2%
Prison Rate
5.1%
Jail Rate

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

Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 67 5.0 years
County Jail 15 2.1 months
43
Public Defender
72.1% guilty · 2.3% dismissed
9
Private Attorney
22.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
8
Self or Unrepresented
50.0% 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 40 47.5% 0.0%
Black 18 55.6% 5.6%
8.5%
Under 21
30.5%
21-29
45.8%
30-39
6.8%
40-49
5.1%
50-59
3.4%
60+

Exhibit · Disposition trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 48 79.2% 0.0% 4.4 years
2024 52 84.6% 0.0% 3.7 years
2025 59 50.8% 1.7% 4.3 years
Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 63
Felony Second Degree 50
Misdemeanor First Degree 31
Misdemeanor Second Degree 14
Felony First Degree 1
Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 87 87.4% 0.0%
Traffic Offense 71 98.6% 0.0%
Battery 30 83.3% 0.0%
Larceny / Theft 34 73.5% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 30 90.0% 0.0%
Trespassing 31 (2023-2025) 100.0% 0.0%
Burglary 30 (2023-2025) 76.7% 0.0%
Drug Sale 29 (2023-2025) 100.0% 0.0%
III Getting Help

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What is the guilty rate for Other in Union County?

The guilty rate is 50.8% based on 59 cases (2025).

How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Union County?

Adjudication is withheld in 25.4% 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 Union County?

The average sentence is 4.3 years, with an average fine of $37,525 (2025).

What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?

32.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 10.2% retain private counsel (2025).

Cite this page

FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Other in Union County, Florida (2025). Based on 59 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/other/union

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Union 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 · 59 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com