Traffic Offense in Leon County, Florida

5,860
Total Cases
34.5%
Guilty Rate
23.4%
Withheld Rate
0.6%
Dismissal Rate
1.3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 5,860 Traffic Offense cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 34.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 23.4% had adjudication withheld, and 0.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.3 months, with an average fine of $40.00. 15.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 31.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
34.5% (2,022)
Withheld
23.4% (1,369)
Diversion
40.8% (2,390)
Dismissed
0.6% (37)
Acquitted
0.1% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.3 months
Avg Sentence
2 days
Median Sentence
8.2 months
Avg Probation
$40.00
Avg Fine
0.4%
Prison Rate
30.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,760 29 days
State Prison Facility 24 2.3 years

Counsel Analysis

2,900
Self or Unrepresented
18.3% guilty · 0.5% dismissed
1,864
Public Defender
54.7% guilty · 0.9% dismissed
905
Private Attorney
36.8% guilty · 0.3% dismissed
191
Conflict Counsel
73.3% guilty · 1.6% 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
Black 3,598 38.1% 0.7%
White 2,073 30.9% 0.5%
Asian 46 15.2% 2.2%

Age Distribution

8.3%
Under 21
33.2%
21-29
29.1%
30-39
17.2%
40-49
8.0%
50-59
4.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 2,016 35.9% 0.7% 1.4 months
2024 1,974 31.8% 0.5% 1.2 months
2025 1,870 35.9% 0.6% 1.4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL Second Degree 4,980
NULL First Degree 760
NULL Third Degree 120

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Trespassing 1,952 39.5% 2.5%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%
Weapons Offense 844 78.4% 0.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Traffic Offense in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 34.5% based on 5,860 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 23.4% 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 Leon County?
The average sentence is 1.3 months, with an average fine of $40.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
31.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 15.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 5,860 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026