Drug Sale Sentencing in Union County
29 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Union County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 29 convicted Drug Sale cases in Union 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 Union County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 29 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 Union County run 1 year, 8 months to 3.0 years; the median is 2.5 years.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 29 convicted cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
| Outcome | Union County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 55.2% | 55.0% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 17.2% | 24.3% |
| Probation Only | 27.6% | 16.6% |
| Average Sentence | 1 year, 10 months | 2.7 years |
| Average Fine | $0 | $2,033 |
| Average Probation | 2.0 years | 3.0 years |
| Average Court Costs | $762 | $1,635 |
| Average Restitution (where ordered) | $250 | $976 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 16 | 3.2 years | N/A |
| County Jail | 5 | 6.1 months | N/A |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Drug Sale cases in Union County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 11 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 2.7 years |
| 2024 | 11 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 2.6 years |
| 2025 | 7 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 2.1 years |
Trend rows cover all Drug Sale cases in Union County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2023-2025 window.
See the complete picture for this charge: Drug Sale outcomes in Union County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Union County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 176 | 10.7 months | $285 |
| Traffic Offense | 166 | 1.7 months | $114 |
| Other | 137 | 2.5 years | $16,789 |
| Battery | 97 | 2.8 years | $233 |
| Larceny / Theft | 78 | 1 year, 6 months | $312 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Drug Sale in Union County?
Based on 29 convicted Drug Sale cases in Union County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 1 year, 10 months. The statewide average is 2.7 years.
How much are fines for Drug Sale in Union County?
0.0% of convicted Drug Sale defendants in Union County received a fine, averaging $0. Court costs average $762 additionally. Restitution averages $250 in cases where it is ordered.
How does Union County compare to statewide sentencing for Drug Sale?
Union County's average sentence of 1 year, 10 months compares to the statewide average of 2.7 years. The prison rate is 55.2% locally vs 55.0% statewide. The average fine is $0 locally vs $2,033 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Drug Sale Sentencing in Union County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 29 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/drug-sale/union
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 29 Drug Sale cases in Union 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 · 29 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated September 2026