Traffic Offense in Levy County, Florida

Traffic offenses in Levy County resolve in a starkly different pattern than statewide norms. Nearly 70 percent of cases end in guilty verdicts, while 31 percent result in adjudication withheld—meaning judges found guilt but did not enter formal convictions. Critically, Levy County shows zero dismissals and zero diversion cases, compared to statewide dismissal rates of 4 percent and diversion usage of 6.6 percent. This suggests the local State Attorney's office pursues traffic cases aggressively to resolution rather than allowing cases to be dropped or diverted into alternative programs.

Sentences reflect moderate but real consequences. The median sentence is 40 days but averages 90 days, indicating some cases draw substantially longer terms. Jail confinement applies to about one-third of defendants, while fines average $310. Probation periods average over six months. Representation tilts heavily toward public defenders, who handled 54.8 percent of cases compared to 9.8 percent handled by private counsel, suggesting most defendants in Levy County traffic cases come to court with limited resources.

0.0% of Traffic Offense cases in Levy County are dismissed — below Florida's statewide average of 4.1%. Levy County is tougher than typical on these cases, so the attorney you pick matters more here.

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1,262
Total Cases
68.9%
Guilty Rate
31.1%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
3.0 months
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
68.9% (870)
Withheld
31.1% (392)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.0 months
Avg Sentence
1.3 months
Median Sentence
7.2 months
Avg Probation
$310
Avg Fine
1.3%
Prison Rate
33.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 424 2.2 months
State Prison Facility 17 1 year, 10 months

Counsel Analysis

692
Public Defender
78.8% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
259
Self or Unrepresented
34.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
124
Private Attorney
55.6% 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 702 81.2% 0.0%
Black 167 75.4% 0.0%

Age Distribution

4.8%
Under 21
23.9%
21-29
31.3%
30-39
20.4%
40-49
12.5%
50-59
7.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 459 70.8% 0.0% 3.8 months
2024 466 65.2% 0.0% 2.1 months
2025 337 71.5% 0.0% 3.2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 784
Misdemeanor First Degree 419
Felony Third Degree 56
Felony First Degree 3

Related Charges in Levy County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 561 85.4% 0.0%
Other 326 78.8% 4.3%
Battery 220 80.5% 0.5%
Larceny / Theft 195 83.1% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 184 90.8% 0.0%
Sex Offense 94 97.9% 1.1%
Weapons Offense 82 96.3% 0.0%
Criminal Mischief 75 84.0% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Traffic Offense in Levy County?
The guilty rate is 68.9% based on 1,262 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Levy County?
Adjudication is withheld in 31.1% 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 Levy County?
The average sentence is 3.0 months, with an average fine of $310.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
54.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 9.8% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Levy 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 · 1,262 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026