Sex Offense in Union County, Florida

In Union County, sex offense cases result in conviction at notably high rates. Of the 12 cases prosecuted, 66.7 percent ended in guilty verdicts, with an additional 16.7 percent resulting in adjudication withheld—a Florida-specific outcome where the judge finds guilt but avoids formal conviction. Together, these outcomes account for 83.4 percent of cases, compared to a statewide withheld rate of just 4.4 percent. Union County had zero dismissals and zero acquittals, a stark contrast to the statewide dismissal rate of 2.6 percent. This pattern suggests the local State Attorney's office pursues sex offense charges with particular severity and selectivity, advancing only cases deemed strong enough to secure conviction or guilt findings.

Sentencing reflects this prosecutorial approach. Defendants convicted faced an average of 6,209 days in prison—approximately 17 years—with a median of 5,479 days. Two-thirds of defendants were incarcerated, while the remaining third received probation averaging 1,583 days. Half of defendants were represented by public defenders, indicating limited financial resources among those charged.

0.0% of Sex Offense cases in Union County are dismissed, and 16.7% receive adjudication withheld. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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12
Total Cases
66.7%
Guilty Rate
16.7%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
17.0 years
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
66.7% (8)
Withheld
16.7% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
16.7% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

17.0 years
Avg Sentence
15.0 years
Median Sentence
4.3 years
Avg Probation
66.7%
Prison Rate
0.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 8 10.6 years

Counsel Analysis

6
Public Defender
50.0% 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 12 66.7% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
25.0%
21-29
50.0%
30-39
8.3%
40-49
0.0%
50-59
16.7%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony First Degree 5
Felony Life 2
Felony Second Degree 2
Felony Capital 1
Felony Third Degree 1
Misdemeanor First Degree 1

Related Charges in Union County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 183 85.2% 0.0%
Traffic Offense 166 98.2% 0.0%
Other 160 67.5% 0.6%
Battery 102 75.5% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 85 84.7% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 70 91.4% 0.0%
Trespassing 31 100.0% 0.0%
Burglary 30 76.7% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Sex Offense in Union County?
The guilty rate is 66.7% based on 12 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Sex Offense in Union County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.7% 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 Union County?
The average sentence is 17.0 years.
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 Union 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 · 12 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026