Traffic Offense in Brevard County, Florida

4,553
Total Cases
68.7%
Guilty Rate
28.6%
Withheld Rate
1.7%
Dismissal Rate
2.8 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 4,553 Traffic Offense cases in Brevard County (2023-2025), 68.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 28.6% had adjudication withheld, and 1.7% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.8 months. 7.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 14.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
68.7% (3,129)
Withheld
28.6% (1,301)
Diversion
0.1% (3)
Dismissed
1.7% (76)
Acquitted
0.6% (28)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.8 months
Avg Sentence
15 days
Median Sentence
1 year, 1 months
Avg Probation
0.7%
Prison Rate
21.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 964 1.4 months
State Prison Facility 34 3.4 years

Counsel Analysis

668
Public Defender
82.9% guilty · 1.2% dismissed
353
Private Attorney
66.6% guilty · 3.4% dismissed
19
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
84.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Age Distribution

4.5%
Under 21
22.9%
21-29
31.3%
30-39
21.2%
40-49
12.5%
50-59
7.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,710 66.1% 1.3% 2.7 months
2024 1,863 68.7% 2.3% 3.6 months
2025 980 73.3% 1.2% 1.7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 4,553

Related Charges in Brevard County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 3,158 28.3% 29.4%
Drug Possession 2,070 72.5% 0.8%
Larceny / Theft 1,623 65.6% 0.6%
DUI 1,533 59.7% 0.9%
Trespassing 1,103 83.7% 0.6%
Battery 1,080 59.7% 2.1%
Contempt of Court 1,011 11.4% 84.9%
Resisting Officer 692 68.4% 1.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Traffic Offense in Brevard County?
The guilty rate is 68.7% based on 4,553 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Brevard County?
Adjudication is withheld in 28.6% 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 Traffic Offense in Brevard County?
The average sentence is 2.8 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
14.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Brevard 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 · 4,553 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026