Definition: A court's decision not to enter a formal adjudication of guilt in circumstances authorized by law, even though other case outcomes or conditions may follow.
Example
A court withholds adjudication and imposes probation subject to lawful conditions.
Keep the distinction clear
Withholding adjudication is not an acquittal, dismissal, or automatic expungement. Licensing disclosure and eligibility rules may still address the plea or disposition.
Related terms
Adjudication · Probation (License) · Expungement
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References: Florida Statutes 948.01: probation and withholding adjudication
Pronunciation (US): with-HOHLD uh-joo-dih-KAY-shun (capitals show stress)
Pronunciation reference: Merriam-Webster
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