Weapons Offense in Levy County, Florida
82 cases (2023-2025) · Levy County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Weapons offenses in Levy County result in conviction at an exceptionally high rate. Of 82 cases, 96.3 percent ended in guilty verdicts, with only 3.7 percent receiving withheld adjudication—outcomes that diverge sharply from statewide patterns. Florida-wide, withheld adjudication occurs in 11 percent of weapons cases and dismissals account for 1.4 percent; Levy County saw zero dismissals and minimal withheld rates, suggesting the local State Attorney pursues these charges with little tolerance for alternative resolution.
Sentencing reflects the severity with which Levy County handles weapons offenses. The average sentence spans 1,633 days—more than four years—with a median of 1,096 days. Two-thirds of defendants received prison time, while roughly one-fifth drew jail sentences. Probation averaged 707 days. Public defenders handled 26.8 percent of cases, while only 1.2 percent retained private attorneys, indicating most defendants faced resource constraints during prosecution.
Figures cover 82 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Weapons Offense charge in Levy County makes it in front of a judge. Of 88 prosecutor decisions on Weapons Offense charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 17.0% — below the 34.6% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 96.3% of 82 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 82 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 56 | 5.7 years |
| County Jail | 17 | 6.7 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Weapons Offense sentencing in Levy County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 49 | 95.9% | 0.0% |
| Black | 27 | 96.3% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 28 | 96.4% | 0.0% | 4.4 years |
| 2024 | 33 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 4.6 years |
| 2025 | 21 | 90.5% | 0.0% | 4.4 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 63 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 14 |
| Felony | First Degree | 2 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 2 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Levy County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 333 | 71.2% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 166 | 83.1% | 0.0% |
| Other | 128 | 80.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 70 | 81.4% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 55 | 83.6% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 44 | 88.6% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 73 | 98.6% | 0.0% |
| Criminal Mischief | 75 (2023-2025) | 84.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Weapons Offense in Levy County?
The guilty rate is 96.3% based on 82 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Weapons Offense in Levy County?
Adjudication is withheld in 3.7% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Weapons Offense in Levy County?
The average sentence is 4.5 years, with an average fine of $155 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
26.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 1.2% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Weapons Offense in Levy County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 82 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/weapons-offense/levy
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 · 82 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com