Traffic Offense in Osceola County, Florida

4,289
Total Cases
53.4%
Guilty Rate
44.6%
Withheld Rate
1.3%
Dismissal Rate
1.1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 4,289 Traffic Offense cases in Osceola County (2023-2025), 53.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 44.6% had adjudication withheld, and 1.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.1 months, with an average fine of $152.41. 5.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 24.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
53.4% (2,291)
Withheld
44.6% (1,914)
Diversion
0.3% (15)
Dismissed
1.3% (54)
Acquitted
0.1% (4)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.1 months
Avg Sentence
10 days
Median Sentence
6.8 months
Avg Probation
$152.41
Avg Fine
0.4%
Prison Rate
45.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,966 23 days
State Prison Facility 18 2.7 years

Counsel Analysis

1,035
Public Defender
60.1% guilty · 0.8% dismissed
218
Private Attorney
48.6% guilty · 2.3% dismissed
85
Other
52.9% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
10
Conflict Counsel
30.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
7
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
85.7% 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 3,278 51.2% 1.0%
Black 695 69.1% 0.7%
Not Available 10 50.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

6.5%
Under 21
30.6%
21-29
32.0%
30-39
19.5%
40-49
8.5%
50-59
2.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,518 48.7% 1.6% 18 days
2024 1,218 53.9% 1.1% 1.4 months
2025 1,553 57.6% 1.0% 1.4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 3,811
Misdemeanor First Degree 318
Felony Third Degree 160

Related Charges in Osceola County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Larceny / Theft 2,233 59.8% 2.2%
Drug Possession 1,721 76.2% 1.7%
DUI 1,210 79.1% 2.0%
Battery 1,090 56.1% 3.6%
Other 987 58.2% 2.2%
Resisting Officer 827 74.0% 2.9%
Trespassing 741 71.1% 8.2%
Sex Offense 504 81.5% 8.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Traffic Offense in Osceola County?
The guilty rate is 53.4% based on 4,289 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Osceola County?
Adjudication is withheld in 44.6% 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 Osceola County?
The average sentence is 1.1 months, with an average fine of $152.41.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
24.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Osceola 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 · 4,289 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026