Drug Possession Sentencing in Putnam County
942 convicted cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
We analyzed 942 convicted Drug Possession cases in Putnam County (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 Putnam County judges sentence differently.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Putnam County run 18 days to 0 year, 12 months; the median is 3.0 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 942 convicted cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Fine Range (Cases With Fines)
Exhibit · Fine range, cases with fines (2025)
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2025)
| Outcome | Putnam County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 20.7% | 12.1% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 62.3% | 52.3% |
| Probation Only | 14.8% | 14.9% |
| Average Sentence | 7.5 months | 6.8 months |
| Average Fine | $2,594 | $553 |
| Average Probation | 2.7 years | 1 year, 11 months |
| Average Court Costs | $739 | $1,019 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 1,671 | 3.0 months | $178 |
| State Prison Facility | 571 | 2.3 years | $2,323 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Drug Possession cases in Putnam County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 841 | 75.4% | 0.4% | 9.4 months |
| 2024 | 944 | 79.8% | 0.2% | 10.0 months |
| 2025 | 989 | 77.7% | 0.0% | 9.1 months |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Trend rows cover all Drug Possession cases in Putnam County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2025 window.
See the complete picture for this charge: Drug Possession outcomes in Putnam County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Putnam County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 2,081 | 1.4 months | $201 |
| Battery | 800 | 10.7 months | $197 |
| Larceny / Theft | 719 | 7.5 months | $1,647 |
| Resisting Officer | 621 | 7.1 months | $615 |
| Other | 581 | 1 year, 4 months | $520 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Drug Possession in Putnam County?
Based on 942 convicted Drug Possession cases in Putnam County (2025), the average sentence is 7.5 months. The statewide average is 6.8 months.
How much are fines for Drug Possession in Putnam County?
12.6% of convicted Drug Possession defendants in Putnam County received a fine, averaging $2,594. Court costs average $739 additionally.
How does Putnam County compare to statewide sentencing for Drug Possession?
Putnam County's average sentence of 7.5 months compares to the statewide average of 6.8 months. The prison rate is 20.7% locally vs 12.1% statewide. The average fine is $2,594 locally vs $553 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Drug Possession Sentencing in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 942 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/drug-possession/putnam
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 942 Drug Possession cases in Putnam County with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (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 · 942 cases · 2025 · Data last updated September 2026