Lafayette County, Florida
Judicial Circuit 3
583
Total Cases
50.4%
Guilty Rate
26.2%
Withheld Rate
21.4%
Dismissal Rate
5.4 years
Avg Sentence
Based on 583 criminal cases in Lafayette County (2023-2025), 50.4% resulted in a guilty finding and 26.2% had adjudication withheld. The dismissal rate is 21.4%. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.4 years, with an average fine of $236.14.
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Charges in Lafayette County
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 253 | 14.2% | 48.2% | 1.3 months |
| Drug Possession | 97 | 70.1% | 0.0% | 4.8 months |
| Other | 35 | 57.1% | 8.6% | 1 year, 8 months |
| Battery | 27 | 74.1% | 0.0% | 3.2 years |
| Sex Offense | 23 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 3.4 years |
| Resisting Officer | 22 | 77.3% | 0.0% | 9.2 months |
| Larceny / Theft | 20 | 90.0% | 0.0% | 3.9 months |
| Trespassing | 20 | 95.0% | 0.0% | 5.7 months |
| Burglary | 15 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 9.3 years |
| DUI | 11 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 0 days |
| Weapons Offense | 10 | 90.0% | 0.0% | 9.5 years |
Counsel Analysis
204
Self or Unrepresented
13.2% guilty · 54.9% dismissed
132
Public Defender
74.2% guilty · 3.0% dismissed
42
Private Attorney
42.9% guilty · 4.8% dismissed
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Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 583 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026