Probation Violation in Nassau County, Florida

565
Total Cases
69.4%
Guilty Rate
10.1%
Withheld Rate
20.2%
Dismissal Rate
10.2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 565 Probation Violation cases in Nassau County (2023-2025), 69.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.1% had adjudication withheld, and 20.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 10.2 months. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
69.4% (392)
Withheld
10.1% (57)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
20.2% (114)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

10.2 months
Avg Sentence
4.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Avg Probation
11.2%
Prison Rate
35.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 200 4.2 months
State Prison Facility 63 2.4 years

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 446 68.6% 19.7%
Black 107 72.0% 22.4%

Age Distribution

5.7%
Under 21
27.4%
21-29
28.1%
30-39
22.5%
40-49
11.3%
50-59
5.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 77 76.6% 16.9% 7.4 months
2024 164 68.3% 23.2% 7.8 months
2025 324 68.2% 19.4% 11.8 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Not Applicable Not Applicable 561
Misdemeanor First Degree 4

Related Charges in Nassau County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,665 50.3% 2.3%
Drug Possession 1,624 74.3% 0.1%
Other 823 76.9% 4.4%
Larceny / Theft 448 77.2% 0.0%
DUI 442 98.6% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 330 74.8% 0.3%
Battery 302 73.2% 0.3%
Trespassing 266 86.8% 0.0%

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20.2% of Probation Violation cases in Nassau County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Probation Violation in Nassau County?
The guilty rate is 69.4% based on 565 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Probation Violation in Nassau County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.1% 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 Nassau County?
The average sentence is 10.2 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.7% 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 Nassau 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 · 565 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026