Traffic Offense in Escambia County, Florida

8,937
Total Cases
54.7%
Guilty Rate
25.4%
Withheld Rate
16.0%
Dismissal Rate
6.4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 8,937 Traffic Offense cases in Escambia County (2023-2025), 54.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 25.4% had adjudication withheld, and 16.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 6.4 months, with an average fine of $505.93. 0.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 3.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
54.7% (4,889)
Withheld
25.4% (2,272)
Diversion
3.7% (331)
Dismissed
16.0% (1,432)
Acquitted
0.1% (6)

Sentencing Breakdown

6.4 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
11.7 months
Avg Probation
$505.93
Avg Fine
0.6%
Prison Rate
5.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 478 3.9 months
State Prison Facility 52 2.4 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 1 year, 6 months

Counsel Analysis

1,742
Other
71.4% guilty · 8.0% dismissed
1,472
Self or Unrepresented
80.1% guilty · 3.6% dismissed
290
Public Defender
83.1% guilty · 3.8% dismissed
24
Conflict Counsel
91.7% guilty · 8.3% dismissed
15
Private Attorney
80.0% guilty · 6.7% 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 4,292 56.1% 16.5%
Black 3,426 60.1% 15.5%
Asian 164 31.1% 17.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native 22 50.0% 18.2%

Age Distribution

6.0%
Under 21
26.9%
21-29
30.1%
30-39
20.3%
40-49
10.4%
50-59
6.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 3,314 45.7% 27.5% 8.6 months
2024 2,488 61.1% 3.4% 6.9 months
2025 3,135 59.2% 13.9% 5.4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 5,499
Misdemeanor Second Degree 2,420
Misdemeanor First Degree 809
Felony Third Degree 209

Related Charges in Escambia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 6,479 74.5% 4.8%
Larceny / Theft 5,240 70.7% 6.8%
Other 4,132 36.0% 5.9%
Battery 2,484 61.5% 12.7%
Trespassing 1,919 84.7% 5.5%
Resisting Officer 1,700 77.1% 6.4%
Fraud 1,552 52.1% 26.3%
DUI 1,374 90.6% 6.6%

Was Your Case Dismissed?

16.0% of Traffic Offense cases in Escambia 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 Traffic Offense in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 54.7% based on 8,937 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 25.4% 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 Escambia County?
The average sentence is 6.4 months, with an average fine of $505.93.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
3.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Escambia 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 · 8,937 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026