Traffic Offense in Orange County, Florida

19,880
Total Cases
20.8%
Guilty Rate
46.7%
Withheld Rate
31.3%
Dismissal Rate
26 days
Avg Sentence

Based on 19,880 Traffic Offense cases in Orange County (2023-2025), 20.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 46.7% had adjudication withheld, and 31.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 26 days, with an average fine of $199.69. 16.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 20.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
20.8% (4,130)
Withheld
46.7% (9,285)
Diversion
1.0% (205)
Dismissed
31.3% (6,228)
Acquitted
0.1% (17)

Sentencing Breakdown

26 days
Avg Sentence
2 days
Median Sentence
9.4 months
Avg Probation
$199.69
Avg Fine
0.1%
Prison Rate
18.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 3,751 19 days
State Prison Facility 25 2.7 years

Counsel Analysis

4,014
Public Defender
45.5% guilty · 14.6% dismissed
3,298
Private Attorney
27.7% guilty · 11.6% dismissed
31
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
61.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
16
Conflict Counsel
81.2% 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 8,510 19.6% 28.8%
Black 5,545 28.8% 36.4%
Asian 102 8.8% 52.9%
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 17 5.9% 17.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native 15 33.3% 46.7%
Not Available 10 0.0% 30.0%

Age Distribution

8.6%
Under 21
34.7%
21-29
30.6%
30-39
15.9%
40-49
7.1%
50-59
3.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 7,071 21.5% 29.5% 27 days
2024 6,532 20.3% 31.1% 29 days
2025 6,277 20.4% 33.6% 23 days

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 18,167
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,246
Felony Third Degree 456
NULL NULL 10
Felony First Degree 1

Related Charges in Orange County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 9,214 67.6% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 8,081 56.3% 2.6%
Other 4,160 34.8% 8.1%
DUI 4,013 49.9% 2.4%
Battery 3,807 43.6% 5.4%
Trespassing 3,759 66.1% 6.5%
Resisting Officer 3,107 59.1% 3.8%
Weapons Offense 1,729 49.6% 6.1%

Was Your Case Dismissed?

31.3% of Traffic Offense cases in Orange County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Traffic Offense in Orange County?
The guilty rate is 20.8% based on 19,880 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Orange County?
Adjudication is withheld in 46.7% 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 Orange County?
The average sentence is 26 days, with an average fine of $199.69.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
20.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 16.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Orange 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 · 19,880 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026