DUI Sentencing in Liberty County
11 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Liberty County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 11 convicted DUI cases in Liberty 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 Liberty County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 11 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 Liberty County run 1 days to 26 days; the median is 2 days.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 11 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 | Liberty County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 0.0% | 1.0% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 72.7% | 38.1% |
| Probation Only | 18.2% | 50.0% |
| Average Sentence | 13 days | 1.3 months |
| Average Fine | $881 | $1,063 |
| Average Probation | 10.6 months | 1 year |
| Average Court Costs | $425 | $800 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 8 | 18 days | $711 |
See the complete picture for this charge: DUI outcomes in Liberty County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Liberty County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 249 | 6.8 months | $176 |
| Traffic Offense | 144 | 1.1 months | $137 |
| Other | 77 | 10.0 months | $1,454 |
| Battery | 48 | 8.8 months | $165 |
| Resisting Officer | 40 | 10.2 months | $124 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for DUI in Liberty County?
Based on 11 convicted DUI cases in Liberty County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 13 days. The statewide average is 1.3 months.
How much are fines for DUI in Liberty County?
81.8% of convicted DUI defendants in Liberty County received a fine, averaging $881. Court costs average $425 additionally.
How does Liberty County compare to statewide sentencing for DUI?
Liberty County's average sentence of 13 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 $881 locally vs $1,063 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). DUI Sentencing in Liberty County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 11 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/dui/liberty
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: July 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 11 DUI cases in Liberty 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 · 11 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated July 2026