Traffic Offense Sentencing in Madison County
70 convicted cases (2025) · Madison County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
We analyzed 70 convicted Traffic Offense cases in Madison 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 Madison County judges sentence differently.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Madison County run 2 days to 13 days; the median is 7 days.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 70 convicted cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Fine Range (Cases With Fines)
Exhibit · Fine range, cases with fines (2025)
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2025)
| Outcome | Madison County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 0.0% | 0.9% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 8.6% | 25.4% |
| Probation Only | 21.4% | 12.5% |
| Average Sentence | 0 days | 20 days |
| Average Fine | $216 | $280 |
| Average Probation | 10.7 months | 11.4 months |
| Average Court Costs | $380 | $373 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 47 | 26 days | $23 |
| State Prison Facility | 5 | 3.5 years | N/A |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Traffic Offense cases in Madison County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 221 | 16.3% | 43.0% | 4.1 months |
| 2024 | 196 | 19.4% | 49.0% | 6.9 months |
| 2025 | 132 | 21.2% | 46.2% | 9 days |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Trend rows cover all Traffic Offense cases in Madison County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2025 window.
See the complete picture for this charge: Traffic Offense outcomes in Madison County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Madison County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 134 | 1 year | $489 |
| Other | 130 | 1 year, 1 months | $486 |
| Resisting Officer | 103 | 2.6 months | $533 |
| Trespassing | 86 | 21 days | $350 |
| Larceny / Theft | 82 | 3.4 months | $447 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Traffic Offense in Madison County?
Based on 70 convicted Traffic Offense cases in Madison County (2025), the average sentence is 0 days. The statewide average is 20 days.
How much are fines for Traffic Offense in Madison County?
38.6% of convicted Traffic Offense defendants in Madison County received a fine, averaging $216. Court costs average $380 additionally.
How does Madison County compare to statewide sentencing for Traffic Offense?
Madison County's average sentence of 0 days compares to the statewide average of 20 days. The prison rate is 0.0% locally vs 0.9% statewide. The average fine is $216 locally vs $280 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Traffic Offense Sentencing in Madison County, Florida (2025). Based on 70 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/traffic-offense/madison
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 70 Traffic Offense cases in Madison 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 · 70 cases · 2025 · Data last updated September 2026