Hit and Run Sentencing in Florida

We analyzed 20,617 convicted Hit and Run cases across Florida (2023-2025) to show what sentences judges actually impose — including average sentence length, fines, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation.

3.0 months
Average Sentence
20,617 convicted cases
$262.70
Average Fine
28.7% received a fine
3.8%
Prison Rate
Sentence > 1 year
19.8%
Probation Only
No incarceration

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
10 days
1.9 months
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
3.0 months

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

25th Percentile
$92.00
$150.00
Lower Median Higher
75th Percentile
$250.00
Facing Hit and Run charges? The average sentence is 3.0 months. A defense attorney can work to reduce your sentence or negotiate alternative sentencing — free consultation.

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Cases Percentage
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 774 3.8%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 4,356 21.1%
Probation Only (no incarceration) 4,091 19.8%
Fined 5,911 28.7%

Felony vs Misdemeanor Sentencing

Charge Level Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail Avg Probation
Misdemeanor 18,114 10 days $208.93 0.2% 20.9% 7.3 months
Felony 1,886 2.4 years $831.44 38.0% 22.0% 3.7 years
NULL 617 1.8 months $284.61 1.9% 24.3% 1 year, 10 months

Sentencing by County

Counties with 20+ convicted Hit and Run cases. Click a county to see detailed sentencing data.

County Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail
Duval 2,176 1.5 months $148.51 2.2% 19.6%
Hillsborough 1,713 2.4 months $394.80 2.6% 8.1%
Pinellas 1,425 3.6 months $155.21 5.8% 25.6%
Broward 1,213 1.7 months $0.00 1.5% 6.4%
Orange 1,120 1.5 months $203.67 1.5% 23.4%
Polk 966 3.4 months $120.31 4.5% 20.0%
Palm Beach 940 2.4 months $610.00 3.1% 24.8%
Pasco 749 1.6 months $317.82 2.9% 8.3%
Sarasota 727 3.2 months $970.63 2.5% 7.7%
Volusia 692 8.1 months $361.57 9.4% 44.9%
Manatee 604 2.9 months $624.35 3.1% 4.1%
Bay 575 1.7 months $234.88 1.7% 18.3%
Escambia 470 1.5 months $376.14 1.9% 4.7%
Marion 431 4.4 months $561.06 7.9% 68.2%
Seminole 427 1.6 months $253.53 3.5% 13.3%
Lake 420 16 days $219.93 1.0% 7.1%
Miami-Dade 411 1 year, 4 months $468.00 19.0% 38.2%
Lee 407 3.3 months $0.00 4.7% 38.1%
Martin 349 2.6 months $193.40 6.3% 28.4%
St. Johns 343 1.7 months $463.83 2.0% 22.2%
St. Lucie 296 4.9 months $352.55 7.1% 46.6%
Osceola 285 4.7 months $138.36 2.5% 37.5%
Collier 280 2.1 months $208.49 4.3% 20.4%
Clay 265 2.7 months $618.17 1.5% 16.2%
Alachua 264 7.5 months $204.56 7.6% 31.1%
Charlotte 259 2.0 months $298.50 3.5% 24.3%
Okaloosa 258 19 days $391.67 2.3% 3.5%
Indian River 230 1.1 months $463.06 1.3% 48.3%
Hernando 210 1.5 months $207.88 2.9% 19.0%
Leon 203 4.2 months $0.00 4.4% 62.6%
Santa Rosa 195 28 days $68.85 3.1% 14.9%
Citrus 188 3.3 months $226.70 3.7% 23.4%
Sumter 164 1.8 months $229.20 2.4% 12.2%
Brevard 147 1.5 months $0.00 2.0% 14.3%
Monroe 147 20 days $0.00 0.7% 29.3%
Putnam 116 8.6 months $170.93 6.0% 38.8%
Walton 116 1.9 months $126.49 2.6% 24.1%
Nassau 95 8 days $953.80 1.1% 3.2%
Highlands 91 26 days $287.98 1.1% 24.2%
Jackson 65 2.9 months $523.20 6.2% 52.3%
Okeechobee 62 2.0 months $459.26 3.2% 27.4%
Desoto 61 3.7 months $111.03 3.3% 11.5%
Hendry 61 7.4 months $1,051 3.3% 26.2%
Columbia 51 2.0 years $528.12 17.6% 13.7%
Bradford 37 1.8 months $201.56 8.1% 40.5%
Suwannee 31 11.5 months $241.50 3.2% 9.7%
Levy 27 1.8 months $205.33 7.4% 29.6%
Wakulla 23 19 days $138.04 0.0% 56.5%
Glades 22 1.7 months $431.82 4.5% 4.5%
Holmes 22 3.7 months $170.16 9.1% 31.8%
Hardee 21 8.8 months $1,058 4.8% 9.5%
Baker 20 1.1 months $250.00 5.0% 25.0%

Facing Hit and Run Charges in Florida?

The average sentence is 3.0 months, but outcomes depend on your specific circumstances. A defense attorney can review your case and fight for the best possible result. Free, confidential, no obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 20,617 convicted Hit and Run cases in Florida (2023-2025), the average sentence is 3.0 months. The median sentence for cases with incarceration is 1.9 months. 3.8% of convicted defendants received state prison sentences (over 1 year).
28.7% of convicted Hit and Run defendants received a fine, with an average of $262.70. The median fine is $150.00. Court costs average $393.07 on top of fines.
3.8% of convicted Hit and Run defendants received state prison time (over 1 year), 21.1% received county jail time (under 1 year), and 19.8% received probation only with no incarceration. Outcomes vary by county, charge degree, and individual circumstances.

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: March 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 20,617 Hit and Run cases 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. Percentiles are calculated from cases with the relevant non-zero value.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 20,617 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026