Drug Possession Sentencing in St. Johns County
703 convicted cases (2025) · St. Johns County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
We analyzed 703 convicted Drug Possession cases in St. Johns 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 St. Johns County judges sentence differently.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in St. Johns County run 15 days to 6.0 months; the median is 2.0 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 703 convicted cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Fine Range (Cases With Fines)
Exhibit · Fine range, cases with fines (2025)
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2025)
| Outcome | St. Johns County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 8.8% | 12.1% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 57.0% | 52.3% |
| Probation Only | 24.9% | 14.9% |
| Average Sentence | 4.5 months | 6.8 months |
| Average Fine | $141 | $553 |
| Average Probation | 2.2 years | 1 year, 11 months |
| Average Court Costs | $27 | $1,019 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 1,516 | 3.1 months | $2,085 |
| State Prison Facility | 231 | 3.1 years | $3 |
| Confined to Other Diversionary Facility | 1 | 1 year, 1 months | N/A |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Drug Possession cases in St. Johns County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,063 | 68.1% | 2.4% | 8.8 months |
| 2024 | 931 | 70.8% | 1.8% | 7.2 months |
| 2025 | 831 | 59.9% | 2.6% | 6.9 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 St. Johns 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 St. Johns County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in St. Johns County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 7,153 | 8 days | $1,142 |
| Other | 1,772 | 5.5 months | $265 |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,518 | 6.3 months | $163 |
| DUI | 1,257 | 23 days | $1,234 |
| Battery | 1,091 | 5.6 months | $553 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Drug Possession in St. Johns County?
Based on 703 convicted Drug Possession cases in St. Johns County (2025), the average sentence is 4.5 months. The statewide average is 6.8 months.
How much are fines for Drug Possession in St. Johns County?
1.1% of convicted Drug Possession defendants in St. Johns County received a fine, averaging $141. Court costs average $27 additionally.
How does St. Johns County compare to statewide sentencing for Drug Possession?
St. Johns County's average sentence of 4.5 months compares to the statewide average of 6.8 months. The prison rate is 8.8% locally vs 12.1% statewide. The average fine is $141 locally vs $553 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Drug Possession Sentencing in St. Johns County, Florida (2025). Based on 703 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/drug-possession/st-johns
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 703 Drug Possession cases in St. Johns 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 · 703 cases · 2025 · Data last updated September 2026