DUI Sentencing in St. Johns County
352 convicted cases (2025) · St. Johns County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
We analyzed 352 convicted DUI 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 10 days to 2.0 months; the median is 1.0 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 352 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) | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 25.9% | 37.8% |
| Probation Only | 71.3% | 52.2% |
| Average Sentence | 23 days | 1.2 months |
| Average Fine | $1,189 | $1,052 |
| Average Probation | 1 year | 1 year |
| Average Court Costs | $1,107 | $793 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 330 | 1.8 months | $1,360 |
| State Prison Facility | 13 | 2.5 years | $2,341 |
| Confined to Other Diversionary Facility | 1 | 10 days | $1,185 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all DUI cases in St. Johns County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 489 | 96.7% | 1.8% | 2.8 months |
| 2024 | 479 | 88.3% | 7.3% | 2.8 months |
| 2025 | 374 | 92.5% | 4.5% | 2.9 months |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Trend rows cover all DUI 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: DUI 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 |
| Drug Possession | 2,496 | 5.4 months | $1,150 |
| Other | 1,771 | 5.5 months | $265 |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,516 | 6.3 months | $163 |
| Battery | 1,087 | 5.6 months | $553 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for DUI in St. Johns County?
Based on 352 convicted DUI cases in St. Johns County (2025), the average sentence is 23 days. The statewide average is 1.2 months.
How much are fines for DUI in St. Johns County?
84.4% of convicted DUI defendants in St. Johns County received a fine, averaging $1,189. Court costs average $1,107 additionally.
How does St. Johns County compare to statewide sentencing for DUI?
St. Johns County's average sentence of 23 days compares to the statewide average of 1.2 months. The prison rate is 0.6% locally vs 1.1% statewide. The average fine is $1,189 locally vs $1,052 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). DUI Sentencing in St. Johns County, Florida (2025). Based on 352 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/dui/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: 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 352 DUI 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 · 352 cases · 2025 · Data last updated July 2026