Assault Sentencing in Levy County
56 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Levy County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 56 convicted Assault cases in Levy County (2023-2025) to show actual sentencing outcomes — average sentence length, fines, court costs, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation. Compared to statewide averages to show how Levy County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 56 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025 in this view, so multi-year figures are shown.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2023-2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Levy County run 5.3 months to 3.8 years; the median is 1 year, 6 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 56 convicted cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Fine Range (Cases With Fines)
Exhibit · Fine range, cases with fines (2023-2025)
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
| Outcome | Levy County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 46.4% | 25.5% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 35.7% | 36.2% |
| Probation Only | 17.9% | 26.4% |
| Average Sentence | 2.0 years | 1 year, 1 months |
| Average Fine | $1,250 | $395 |
| Average Probation | 2.8 years | 2.4 years |
| Average Court Costs | $1,090 | $863 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 27 | 3.9 years | $45 |
| County Jail | 19 | 4.5 months | $154 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Assault cases in Levy County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 25 | 88.0% | 0.0% | 2.4 years |
| 2024 | 15 | 93.3% | 0.0% | 2.8 years |
| 2025 | 16 | 81.2% | 0.0% | 2.1 years |
Trend rows cover all Assault cases in Levy County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2023-2025 window.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Assault charge in Levy County makes it in front of a judge. Of 55 prosecutor decisions on Assault charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 16.4% — below the 47.7% 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.
See the complete picture for this charge: Assault outcomes in Levy County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Levy County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,255 | 1.1 months | $305 |
| Drug Possession | 547 | 7.7 months | $159 |
| Other | 311 | 1 year, 6 months | $157 |
| Battery | 213 | 1 year | $51 |
| Larceny / Theft | 194 | 4.7 months | $135 |
Need a Defense Attorney in Levy County?
The average sentence for Assault in Levy County is 2.0 years. A defense attorney can review your case and work toward the best possible outcome. Free, confidential, no obligation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Assault in Levy County?
Based on 56 convicted Assault cases in Levy County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 2.0 years. The statewide average is 1 year, 1 months.
How much are fines for Assault in Levy County?
3.6% of convicted Assault defendants in Levy County received a fine, averaging $1,250. Court costs average $1,090 additionally.
How does Levy County compare to statewide sentencing for Assault?
Levy County's average sentence of 2.0 years compares to the statewide average of 1 year, 1 months. The prison rate is 46.4% locally vs 25.5% statewide. The average fine is $1,250 locally vs $395 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Assault Sentencing in Levy County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 56 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/assault/levy
Sentencing data covers convicted cases (guilty and adjudication withheld). Average sentences exclude non-incarcerated cases. Data covers 2023–2025 FDLE public court records. Last updated: September 2026
Important: Sentencing outcomes vary based on criminal history, case circumstances, charge severity, plea agreements, and judicial discretion. These statistics reflect aggregate outcomes and do not predict individual sentences.
Methodology: These statistics are based on 56 Assault cases in Levy County with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (2023-2025). "Prison" = sentence exceeding 365 days; "Jail" = sentence of 1–365 days; "Probation Only" = probation imposed with no incarceration sentence. Average fines exclude cases where no fine was imposed.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 56 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated September 2026