Traffic Offense in Lake County, Florida

6,632
Total Cases
72.1%
Guilty Rate
26.7%
Withheld Rate
0.6%
Dismissal Rate
2.7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 6,632 Traffic Offense cases in Lake County (2023-2025), 72.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 26.7% had adjudication withheld, and 0.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.7 months, with an average fine of $245.04. 22.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 34.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
72.1% (4,783)
Withheld
26.7% (1,773)
Diversion
0.3% (21)
Dismissed
0.6% (42)
Acquitted
0.0% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.7 months
Avg Sentence
15 days
Median Sentence
8.2 months
Avg Probation
$245.04
Avg Fine
0.1%
Prison Rate
8.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 591 1.1 months
State Prison Facility 8 7.2 years
Confinement to Hospital Facility 1 10 days

Counsel Analysis

2,823
Self or Unrepresented
61.5% guilty · 0.4% dismissed
2,292
Public Defender
89.2% guilty · 1.1% dismissed
1,517
Private Attorney
66.2% guilty · 0.3% 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 4,978 69.7% 0.7%
Black 1,441 82.2% 0.6%
Asian 16 62.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

7.1%
Under 21
29.2%
21-29
30.4%
30-39
19.4%
40-49
9.4%
50-59
4.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,960 80.8% 0.7% 4.8 months
2024 2,444 63.5% 0.7% 1.9 months
2025 2,228 73.9% 0.5% 28 days

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 5,126
Misdemeanor First Degree 816
Misdemeanor NULL 570
Felony NULL 92
Felony Third Degree 28

Related Charges in Lake County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,332 77.5% 0.8%
Other 4,297 16.3% 1.4%
Larceny / Theft 2,849 67.6% 1.1%
Battery 1,797 56.1% 1.7%
Resisting Officer 1,568 81.2% 2.0%
DUI 1,270 98.7% 0.8%
Trespassing 1,157 83.8% 4.4%
Sex Offense 920 87.3% 6.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Traffic Offense in Lake County?
The guilty rate is 72.1% based on 6,632 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Lake County?
Adjudication is withheld in 26.7% 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 Traffic Offense in Lake County?
The average sentence is 2.7 months, with an average fine of $245.04.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
34.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 22.9% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lake 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 · 6,632 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026