DUI Sentencing in Washington County
89 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Washington County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 89 convicted DUI cases in Washington 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 Washington County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 89 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 Washington County run 1.0 months to 3.0 months; the median is 2.1 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 89 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 | Washington County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 48.3% | 38.4% |
| Probation Only | 49.4% | 49.7% |
| Average Sentence | 1.9 months | 1.3 months |
| Average Fine | $593 | $1,064 |
| Average Probation | 11.7 months | 1 year |
| Average Court Costs | $196 | $803 |
| Average Restitution (where ordered) | $17,294 | $6,101 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 44 | 3.8 months | $651 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all DUI cases in Washington County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 28 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 7.9 months |
| 2024 | 44 | 86.4% | 6.8% | 2.0 months |
| 2025 | 20 | 90.0% | 0.0% | 2.1 months |
Trend rows cover all DUI cases in Washington 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 Washington County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Washington County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 725 | 5.7 months | $797 |
| Traffic Offense | 398 | 1.1 months | $190 |
| Battery | 291 | 6.5 months | $238 |
| Larceny / Theft | 259 | 4.0 months | $296 |
| Resisting Officer | 186 | 4.5 months | $275 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for DUI in Washington County?
Based on 89 convicted DUI cases in Washington County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 1.9 months. The statewide average is 1.3 months.
How much are fines for DUI in Washington County?
86.5% of convicted DUI defendants in Washington County received a fine, averaging $593. Court costs average $196 additionally. Restitution averages $17,294 in cases where it is ordered.
How does Washington County compare to statewide sentencing for DUI?
Washington County's average sentence of 1.9 months compares to the statewide average of 1.3 months. The prison rate is 1.1% locally vs 1.0% statewide. The average fine is $593 locally vs $1,064 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). DUI Sentencing in Washington County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 89 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/dui/washington
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 89 DUI cases in Washington 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 · 89 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated September 2026