Sex Offense in Dixie County, Florida

In Dixie County, every sex offense case resulted in a guilty verdict across 19 prosecutions, a stark contrast to statewide patterns where dismissals occur in 2.6 percent of cases and adjudication withheld in 4.4 percent. The 100 percent conviction rate in Dixie suggests either highly screened cases reaching trial, consistent evidentiary strength in local prosecutions, or a narrow charge scope, but the small sample size makes direct comparisons to statewide averages of 42,364 cases less reliable for projecting individual outcomes.

Nearly half of Dixie defendants (47.4 percent) received prison sentences averaging five years, with median time at approximately the same length. Probation terms averaged nearly five years as well, and fines averaged under $400. Public defenders represented only 15.8 percent of defendants, indicating most had private counsel or other representation. The overlap of prison and probation sentences reflects Florida's practice of combining incarceration with supervised release for sex offenses.

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19
Total Cases
100.0%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
5.0 years
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
100.0% (19)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.0 years
Avg Sentence
5.0 years
Median Sentence
4.8 years
Avg Probation
$369
Avg Fine
47.4%
Prison Rate
0.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 9 5.0 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 18 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
0.0%
21-29
15.8%
30-39
78.9%
40-49
0.0%
50-59
5.3%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 17
Felony First Degree 1
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Dixie County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 599 73.5% 0.2%
Other 194 57.2% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 191 74.3% 2.1%
Larceny / Theft 97 85.6% 0.0%
Drug Sale 82 91.5% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 76 88.2% 0.0%
Battery 69 78.3% 0.0%
Burglary 67 86.6% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Sex Offense in Dixie County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 19 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Sex Offense in Dixie 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 Sex Offense in Dixie County?
The average sentence is 5.0 years, with an average fine of $369.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
15.8% 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 Dixie 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 · 19 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026