Probation Violation in Franklin County, Florida

In Franklin County, probation violation cases result in conviction 100 percent of the time, a stark contrast to statewide patterns where dismissals occur in 5.2 percent of cases and adjudication is withheld in 7.2 percent. No cases in Franklin County were diverted, dismissed, or resulted in acquittal. This suggests that probation violations in this county are prosecuted uniformly and aggressively, with the State Attorney's office pursuing convictions as a consistent priority regardless of case circumstances. The complete absence of alternative outcomes indicates limited discretion or negotiation in how these cases are resolved.

Every defendant convicted of probation violation in Franklin County received jail time, with sentences averaging 51 days and a median of 40 days. Beyond incarceration, defendants faced probation terms averaging 274 days and fines averaging $75.92. Half of defendants were represented by public defenders, indicating financial constraints among those charged. The consistency of jail sentences across all 14 cases demonstrates that incarceration is not discretionary for this offense in Franklin County—it is the default consequence.

0.0% of Probation Violation cases in Franklin County are dismissed — below Florida's statewide average of 4.0%. Franklin County is tougher than typical on these cases, so the attorney you pick matters more here.

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14
Total Cases
100.0%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1.7 months
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
100.0% (14)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.7 months
Avg Sentence
1.3 months
Median Sentence
9.1 months
Avg Probation
$76
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
100.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 14 1.7 months

Counsel Analysis

7
Public Defender
100.0% 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
White 13 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

7.1%
Under 21
64.3%
21-29
14.3%
30-39
0.0%
40-49
14.3%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 14

Related Charges in Franklin County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 702 19.1% 6.4%
Drug Possession 444 73.0% 0.7%
Traffic Offense 378 40.5% 0.5%
Battery 157 63.7% 1.9%
Resisting Officer 95 71.6% 2.1%
Trespassing 78 75.6% 0.0%
Disorderly Conduct 77 63.6% 0.0%
Larceny / Theft 77 74.0% 2.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Probation Violation in Franklin County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 14 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Probation Violation in Franklin 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 Probation Violation in Franklin County?
The average sentence is 1.7 months, with an average fine of $76.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
50.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Franklin 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 · 14 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026