Traffic Offense in St. Johns County, Florida

7,840
Total Cases
36.5%
Guilty Rate
54.5%
Withheld Rate
6.1%
Dismissal Rate
1.5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 7,840 Traffic Offense cases in St. Johns County (2023-2025), 36.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 54.5% had adjudication withheld, and 6.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.5 months, with an average fine of $1,130. 32.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 16.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
36.5% (2,864)
Withheld
54.5% (4,273)
Diversion
2.8% (222)
Dismissed
6.1% (476)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.5 months
Avg Sentence
12 days
Median Sentence
10.4 months
Avg Probation
$1,130
Avg Fine
0.4%
Prison Rate
16.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,318 27 days
State Prison Facility 28 2.5 years

Counsel Analysis

2,536
Private Attorney
29.2% guilty · 0.4% dismissed
1,426
Self or Unrepresented
38.8% guilty · 0.7% dismissed
1,318
Public Defender
62.9% guilty · 2.0% dismissed
50
Conflict Counsel
88.0% guilty · 8.0% 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 4,403 33.2% 4.5%
Black 1,221 46.4% 8.0%
Not Available 487 26.9% 7.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native 22 27.3% 9.1%

Age Distribution

7.2%
Under 21
28.5%
21-29
29.7%
30-39
18.8%
40-49
9.7%
50-59
6.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 2,725 34.6% 5.9% 2.2 months
2024 2,896 36.7% 7.3% 1.6 months
2025 2,219 38.6% 4.6% 25 days

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 7,209
Misdemeanor First Degree 479
Felony Third Degree 152

Related Charges in St. Johns County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 2,813 66.1% 2.3%
Other 2,071 67.0% 7.3%
Larceny / Theft 2,011 59.2% 3.8%
Battery 1,643 47.2% 3.5%
DUI 1,337 92.3% 4.6%
Trespassing 1,088 82.5% 4.0%
Resisting Officer 1,015 66.6% 3.0%
Sex Offense 536 86.6% 1.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Traffic Offense in St. Johns County?
The guilty rate is 36.5% based on 7,840 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in St. Johns County?
Adjudication is withheld in 54.5% 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 St. Johns County?
The average sentence is 1.5 months, with an average fine of $1,130.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
16.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 32.3% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Johns 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 · 7,840 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026