Traffic Offense in Lee County, Florida

5,651
Total Cases
78.7%
Guilty Rate
20.7%
Withheld Rate
0.1%
Dismissal Rate
2.6 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 5,651 Traffic Offense cases in Lee County (2023-2025), 78.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 20.7% had adjudication withheld, and 0.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.6 months. 6.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 7.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
78.7% (4,448)
Withheld
20.7% (1,168)
Diversion
0.4% (21)
Dismissed
0.1% (7)
Acquitted
0.1% (5)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.6 months
Avg Sentence
1.0 months
Median Sentence
10.4 months
Avg Probation
1.1%
Prison Rate
38.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 2,183 1.5 months
State Prison Facility 62 3.3 years

Counsel Analysis

449
Public Defender
83.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
379
Private Attorney
76.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
293
Self or Unrepresented
53.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
12
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
75.0% 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 4,185 78.0% 0.1%
Black 802 88.9% 0.5%
Asian 12 75.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

6.7%
Under 21
31.5%
21-29
29.6%
30-39
19.3%
40-49
8.6%
50-59
4.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,743 74.0% 0.3% 3.0 months
2024 1,983 81.2% 0.1% 2.4 months
2025 1,925 80.4% 0.1% 2.4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 3,325
Misdemeanor First Degree 952
Misdemeanor Not Applicable 938
Felony Third Degree 436

Related Charges in Lee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 5,953 79.4% 0.2%
DUI 3,521 98.2% 0.6%
Larceny / Theft 2,186 81.9% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 1,991 85.2% 1.6%
Battery 1,752 69.5% 1.8%
Trespassing 1,425 88.0% 4.5%
Other 1,124 70.6% 1.5%
Burglary 646 76.0% 0.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Traffic Offense in Lee County?
The guilty rate is 78.7% based on 5,651 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Lee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 20.7% 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 Lee County?
The average sentence is 2.6 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
7.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lee 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 · 5,651 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026