DUI Sentencing in Hamilton County
31 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Hamilton County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 31 convicted DUI cases in Hamilton 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 Hamilton County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 31 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 Hamilton County run 22 days to 3.0 months; the median is 1.5 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 31 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 | Hamilton County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 0.0% | 1.0% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 32.3% | 38.4% |
| Probation Only | 67.7% | 49.7% |
| Average Sentence | 28 days | 1.3 months |
| Average Fine | $843 | $1,064 |
| Average Probation | 1 year | 1 year |
| Average Court Costs | $557 | $803 |
| Average Restitution (where ordered) | $1,067 | $6,101 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 10 | 2.9 months | $1,097 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all DUI cases in Hamilton County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 12 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 3.6 months |
| 2024 | 12 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 3.0 months |
| 2025 | 7 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 20 days |
Trend rows cover all DUI cases in Hamilton County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2023-2025 window.
See the complete picture for this charge: DUI outcomes in Hamilton County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Hamilton County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 509 | 1.2 months | $184 |
| Drug Possession | 121 | 1 year, 2 months | $1,093 |
| Other | 68 | 1 year, 1 months | $2,524 |
| Resisting Officer | 62 | 7.8 months | $159 |
| Battery | 56 | 1 year, 2 months | $133 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for DUI in Hamilton County?
Based on 31 convicted DUI cases in Hamilton County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 28 days. The statewide average is 1.3 months.
How much are fines for DUI in Hamilton County?
87.1% of convicted DUI defendants in Hamilton County received a fine, averaging $843. Court costs average $557 additionally. Restitution averages $1,067 in cases where it is ordered.
How does Hamilton County compare to statewide sentencing for DUI?
Hamilton County's average sentence of 28 days compares to the statewide average of 1.3 months. The prison rate is 0.0% locally vs 1.0% statewide. The average fine is $843 locally vs $1,064 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). DUI Sentencing in Hamilton County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 31 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/dui/hamilton
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 31 DUI cases in Hamilton 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 · 31 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated September 2026