Weapons Offense in Liberty County, Florida

17
Total Cases
41.2%
Guilty Rate
17.6%
Withheld Rate
5.9%
Dismissal Rate
2.4 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 17 Weapons Offense cases in Liberty County (2023-2025), 41.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 17.6% had adjudication withheld, and 5.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.4 years, with an average fine of $200.00. 5.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 64.7% used a public defender.

Facing Weapons Offense charges in Liberty County?

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
41.2% (7)
Withheld
17.6% (3)
Diversion
11.8% (2)
Dismissed
5.9% (1)
Acquitted
23.5% (4)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.4 years
Avg Sentence
2.5 years
Median Sentence
9.1 months
Avg Probation
$200.00
Avg Fine
29.4%
Prison Rate
17.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 5 3.6 years
County Jail 3 5.0 months

Counsel Analysis

11
Public Defender
36.4% guilty · 9.1% 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 14 35.7% 0.0%

Age Distribution

5.9%
Under 21
17.6%
21-29
17.6%
30-39
35.3%
40-49
23.5%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 11 54.5% 0.0% 2.3 years
2024 5 20.0% 0.0% 3.0 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 10
Misdemeanor First Degree 3
Felony Third Degree 2
Felony First Degree 1
Misdemeanor Second Degree 1

Related Charges in Liberty County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 275 69.5% 4.0%
Traffic Offense 200 50.0% 3.0%
Other 125 42.4% 19.2%
Battery 68 51.5% 8.8%
Resisting Officer 52 65.4% 11.5%
Trespassing 42 42.9% 28.6%
Larceny / Theft 34 52.9% 5.9%
Contempt of Court 23 47.8% 17.4%

Need a Defense Attorney in Liberty County?

Get matched with a local attorney who handles Weapons Offense cases. Free, confidential, no obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Weapons Offense in Liberty County?
The guilty rate is 41.2% based on 17 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Weapons Offense in Liberty County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.6% 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 Weapons Offense in Liberty County?
The average sentence is 2.4 years, with an average fine of $200.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
64.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.9% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Liberty 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 · 17 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026