Traffic Offense in Miami-Dade County, Florida

3,507
Total Cases
56.1%
Guilty Rate
19.4%
Withheld Rate
8.3%
Dismissal Rate
4.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 3,507 Traffic Offense cases in Miami-Dade County (2023-2025), 56.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 19.4% had adjudication withheld, and 8.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.9 months, with an average fine of $430.23. 28.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 67.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
56.1% (1,966)
Withheld
19.4% (681)
Diversion
16.1% (566)
Dismissed
8.3% (290)
Acquitted
0.1% (4)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.9 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
2.1 years
Avg Probation
$430.23
Avg Fine
12.6%
Prison Rate
37.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,330 2.0 months
State Prison Facility 442 1 year, 1 months
Confinement to Hospital Facility 2 8.3 months

Counsel Analysis

2,357
Public Defender
62.2% guilty · 8.0% dismissed
995
Private Attorney
39.9% guilty · 9.5% dismissed
67
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
83.6% guilty · 4.5% dismissed
60
Conflict Counsel
65.0% guilty · 1.7% 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 1,981 54.6% 7.7%
Black 1,518 58.0% 9.0%

Age Distribution

8.2%
Under 21
29.9%
21-29
30.4%
30-39
17.1%
40-49
10.3%
50-59
4.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,224 53.2% 10.5% 5.4 months
2024 1,181 58.8% 8.6% 5.1 months
2025 1,102 56.4% 5.5% 4.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 1,944
Felony Third Degree 881
NULL NULL 482
Misdemeanor First Degree 200

Related Charges in Miami-Dade County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 17,318 16.9% 54.7%
Larceny / Theft 13,324 61.6% 1.0%
Drug Possession 6,986 65.1% 0.7%
Resisting Officer 6,189 50.6% 2.1%
Battery 5,809 42.9% 2.0%
Burglary 4,095 72.7% 1.1%
Fraud 4,065 41.6% 0.5%
Weapons Offense 3,012 61.0% 2.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Traffic Offense in Miami-Dade County?
The guilty rate is 56.1% based on 3,507 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Miami-Dade County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.4% 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 Miami-Dade County?
The average sentence is 4.9 months, with an average fine of $430.23.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
67.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 28.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Miami-Dade 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 · 3,507 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026