What does adjudication withheld mean on a traffic violation in Florida?

An adjudication withheld is a judicial disposition, “final result” or “final ruling” in your case, by a Judge or Hearing Officer.

What does Adjudication Withheld really mean in Criminal Court?

Answered on Feb 09th, 2014 at 11:14 AM. Many people mistakenly believe that adjudication withheld means that the charge is gone away, or dismissed, or off your record. This is a mistaken belief, a court can with hold adjudication meaning that no formal conviction is placed on your record. This does not remove the charge, or mean it was dismissed.

Can a court withhold a youthful offender adjudication?

For example, the Second District Court of Appeal has held that adjudications can be withheld even if precluded by the statute if the court withholds adjudication pursuant to the Youthful Offender Act as codified in F.S. §958.04. 15

Can a judge withhold adjudication in Florida?

For the benefit of those of you who haven’t thought about criminal law since law school, Florida judges have a special authority vested upon them to “withhold adjudication” in a criminal matter pursuant to F.S. §948.01.

Can a plea of no contest be withhold of adjudication?

Many local school boards regard pleas of no contest, or nolo contendere, regardless of withhold of adjudication, as prior offenses. Even The Florida Bar has nullified the intended benefits of the withhold provision.

Can a judge withhold adjudication of a charge?

In some cases a judge may withhold adjudication even if the defendant has prior convictions or withholds. No, the charge is not dropped; only the State Attorney’s Office can drop the charge. This is not the same. Instead, adjudication of guilt is withheld and there is no conviction.

Can a criminal case result in withholding adjudication of guilt?

A criminal case that results in a judgment withholding adjudication of guilt will still appear on a criminal background check and can be considered by a private employer when making a hiring decision. Statutory Limitations to Withholding Adjudication of Guilt

Are there limitations to withhold of adjudication in Florida?

Limitations of Withhold of Adjudication. A withhold does have some limitations, however, the Florida Supreme Court has held that withholds of adjudication for the crime of driving with a suspended driver’s license are treated as convictions for purposes of determining some suspensions.

Can a withhold of adjudication be used for a suspended license?

A withhold does have some limitations, however, the Florida Supreme Court has held that withholds of adjudication for the crime of driving with a suspended driver’s license are treated as convictions for purposes of determining some suspensions.