Sex Offense in Suwannee County, Florida
32 cases (2025) · Suwannee County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, all 32 sex offense cases in Suwannee County resulted in guilty findings—a 100 percent conviction rate with zero dismissals, withheld adjudications, or diversion outcomes. This stands in sharp contrast to the statewide dismissal rate of 2.8 percent and reflects an extremely punitive prosecution approach. The median sentence was 731 days (about two years), with an average of 764 days, and 87.5 percent of defendants received prison sentences, the highest incarceration rate across Florida counties for this charge.
Only 3.1 percent had private counsel and 9.4 percent had public defenders according to available case records.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 100.0% of 32 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 32 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 84 | 7.7 years |
| County Jail | 6 | 27 days |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Sex Offense sentencing in Suwannee County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (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 | 27 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 40 | 97.5% | 0.0% | 11.0 years |
| 2024 | 46 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 14.4 years |
| 2025 | 32 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 2.1 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 55 |
| Felony | First Degree | 19 |
| Felony | Capital | 17 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 13 |
| Felony | Life | 7 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 7 |
Related Charges in Suwannee County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 247 | 92.3% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 121 | 87.6% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 66 | 87.9% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 38 | 86.8% | 2.6% |
| Battery | 124 (2023-2025) | 83.9% | 3.2% |
| Other | 32 | 93.8% | 0.0% |
| DUI | 43 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Burglary | 75 (2023-2025) | 92.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Sex Offense in Suwannee County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 32 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Sex Offense in Suwannee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Sex Offense in Suwannee County?
The average sentence is 2.1 years, with an average fine of $2,125 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
9.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.1% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Sex Offense in Suwannee County, Florida (2025). Based on 32 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/sex-offense/suwannee
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Suwannee 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 · 32 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com