Probation Violation in Levy County, Florida
30 cases (2023-2025) · Levy County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Probation violation cases in Levy County proceed very differently than statewide patterns. All 31 cases resulted in guilty findings, with zero dismissals, acquittals, or cases where adjudication was withheld. Statewide, probation violations see a 5.2% dismissal rate and 7.2% adjudication withheld rate, meaning Levy County judges and prosecutors handle these cases with considerably less flexibility. The 100% guilty rate reflects how probation violations are typically prosecuted—they depend on proof of violation rather than the contested fact-finding that shapes outcomes in other felony charges.
Sentences in Levy County averaged 99 days in jail with a median of 90 days, paired with an average of 304 probation days. About 29% of defendants received confinement. Nearly half of defendants (45.2%) used public defenders, indicating limited resources in many cases. The average fine of $25.75 was minimal. No diversion programs diverted defendants away from conviction, contrasting with the statewide 2% diversion rate for probation violations.
Figures cover 30 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Probation Violation charge in Levy County makes it in front of a judge. Of 77 prosecutor decisions on Probation Violation charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 59.7% — above the 37.8% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 100.0% of 30 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 30 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 8 | 3.0 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Probation Violation sentencing in Levy County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 28 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 18 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 2.5 months |
| 2024 | 10 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 3.1 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 30 |
Related Charges in Levy County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 333 | 71.2% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 166 | 83.1% | 0.0% |
| Other | 128 | 80.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 70 | 81.4% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 55 | 83.6% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 44 | 88.6% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 73 | 98.6% | 0.0% |
| Weapons Offense | 82 (2023-2025) | 96.3% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Probation Violation in Levy County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 30 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Probation Violation in Levy County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Probation Violation in Levy County?
The average sentence is 3.0 months, with an average fine of $26 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
43.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Probation Violation in Levy County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 30 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/probation-violation/levy
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Levy 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 · 30 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com