Drug Possession Sentencing in Leon County

We analyzed 3,161 convicted Drug Possession cases in Leon 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 Leon County judges sentence differently.

7.3 months
Average Sentence
Near statewide avg (7.0 months)
$0.00
Average Fine
Below statewide avg ($542.73)
15.3%
Prison Rate
Near statewide (13.1%)
6.5%
Probation Only
3,161 cases

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
14 days
2.3 months
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
8.3 months
The average sentence for Drug Possession in Leon County is 7.3 months. A defense attorney may be able to negotiate reduced charges or alternative sentencing. Get a free case review.

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Leon County Florida (Statewide)
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 15.3% 13.1%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 76.1% 50.7%
Probation Only 6.5% 15.1%
Average Sentence 7.3 months 7.0 months
Average Fine $0.00 $542.73
Average Probation 1 year, 12 months 1 year, 11 months
Average Court Costs $378.72 $720.98
Average Restitution (where ordered) $2,124 $1,336

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine
County Jail 2,453 3.3 months N/A
State Prison Facility 436 2.9 years N/A

Other Charges Sentenced in Leon County

Charge Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine
Traffic Offense 3,391 21 days $40.00
Larceny / Theft 2,190 6.6 months $0.00
Battery 1,342 9.8 months $0.00
Resisting Officer 1,218 4.2 months $0.00
Trespassing 1,041 1.6 months $0.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 3,161 convicted Drug Possession cases in Leon County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 7.3 months. The statewide average is 7.0 months.
0.0% of convicted Drug Possession defendants in Leon County received a fine, averaging $0.00. Court costs average $378.72 additionally. Restitution averages $2,124 in cases where it is ordered.
Leon County's average sentence of 7.3 months compares to the statewide average of 7.0 months. The prison rate is 15.3% locally vs 13.1% statewide. The average fine is $0.00 locally vs $542.73 statewide.

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: March 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 3,161 Drug Possession cases in Leon 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 · 3,161 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026