Hit and Run Sentencing in Lee County

We analyzed 407 convicted Hit and Run cases in Lee 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 Lee County judges sentence differently.

3.3 months
Average Sentence
Near statewide avg (3.0 months)
$0.00
Average Fine
Below statewide avg ($262.70)
4.7%
Prison Rate
Near statewide (3.8%)
32.2%
Probation Only
407 cases

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
24 days
2.0 months
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
2.6 months
The average sentence for Hit and Run in Lee County is 3.3 months. A defense attorney may be able to negotiate reduced charges or alternative sentencing. Get a free case review.

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Lee County Florida (Statewide)
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 4.7% 3.8%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 38.1% 21.1%
Probation Only 32.2% 19.8%
Average Sentence 3.3 months 3.0 months
Average Fine $0.00 $262.70
Average Probation 1 year, 4 months 1 year, 4 months
Average Court Costs $1,380 $393.07
Average Restitution (where ordered) $12,210 $15,156

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine
County Jail 156 2.0 months N/A
State Prison Facility 18 4.7 years N/A

Other Charges Sentenced in Lee County

Charge Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine
Drug Possession 5,706 8.1 months $0.00
Traffic Offense 5,616 1.0 months $0.00
DUI 3,472 27 days $0.00
Larceny / Theft 2,073 7.1 months $0.00
Resisting Officer 1,883 3.4 months $0.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 407 convicted Hit and Run cases in Lee County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 3.3 months. The statewide average is 3.0 months.
0.0% of convicted Hit and Run defendants in Lee County received a fine, averaging $0.00. Court costs average $1,380 additionally. Restitution averages $12,210 in cases where it is ordered.
Lee County's average sentence of 3.3 months compares to the statewide average of 3.0 months. The prison rate is 4.7% locally vs 3.8% statewide. The average fine is $0.00 locally vs $262.70 statewide.

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 407 Hit and Run cases in Lee 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 · 407 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026