Assault in Volusia County, Florida

1,092
Total Cases
59.6%
Guilty Rate
26.6%
Withheld Rate
2.3%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,092 Assault cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 59.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 26.6% had adjudication withheld, and 2.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $568.00. 26.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 63.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
59.6% (651)
Withheld
26.6% (291)
Diversion
6.6% (72)
Dismissed
2.3% (25)
Acquitted
0.9% (10)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence
6.0 months
Median Sentence
2.8 years
Avg Probation
$568.00
Avg Fine
23.0%
Prison Rate
38.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 421 3.3 months
State Prison Facility 251 3.0 years

Counsel Analysis

692
Public Defender
63.3% guilty · 1.6% dismissed
289
Private Attorney
46.0% guilty · 2.4% dismissed
46
Conflict Counsel
84.8% guilty · 4.3% dismissed
39
Self or Unrepresented
51.3% guilty · 12.8% dismissed
26
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
80.8% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Demographics

Demographic data reflects systemic patterns in the criminal justice system and should not be used to draw conclusions about any racial or ethnic group. Disparities may reflect differences in policing, prosecution, and socioeconomic factors rather than actual crime rates.

Race Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
White 689 53.1% 2.8%
Black 378 71.2% 1.6%
Asian 12 33.3% 0.0%

Age Distribution

9.2%
Under 21
20.9%
21-29
26.7%
30-39
21.2%
40-49
12.9%
50-59
9.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 373 60.9% 1.3% 1 year, 3 months
2024 369 57.2% 3.0% 1 year, 2 months
2025 350 60.9% 2.6% 1 year, 5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 625
Misdemeanor Second Degree 317
Misdemeanor First Degree 82
Felony Second Degree 68

Related Charges in Volusia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 26,889 15.9% 51.3%
Drug Possession 15,291 69.8% 1.1%
Traffic Offense 14,935 49.4% 5.4%
Battery 6,128 50.6% 3.1%
Larceny / Theft 4,676 63.3% 3.7%
Resisting Officer 4,313 67.1% 2.3%
Trespassing 3,956 77.7% 3.2%
Sex Offense 2,019 89.6% 3.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Assault in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 59.6% based on 1,092 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 26.6% of cases. This is a Florida-specific outcome where the court finds guilt but does not formally convict, allowing the defendant to avoid a conviction record under FL Statute 948.01.
What is the average sentence for Assault in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $568.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
63.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 26.5% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Volusia County. "Guilty" includes all cases where the defendant was found guilty. "Adjudication withheld" is a Florida-specific disposition where guilt is found but the court withholds formal adjudication under FL Statute 948.01. "Dismissed" includes all cases dismissed by the court or prosecution.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 1,092 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026