Battery in Volusia County, Florida

6,128
Total Cases
50.6%
Guilty Rate
26.0%
Withheld Rate
3.1%
Dismissal Rate
1 year
Avg Sentence

Based on 6,128 Battery cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 50.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 26.0% had adjudication withheld, and 3.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, with an average fine of $643.89. 21.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 69.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
50.6% (3,102)
Withheld
26.0% (1,596)
Diversion
18.5% (1,131)
Dismissed
3.1% (189)
Acquitted
0.4% (24)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year
Avg Sentence
3.2 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 12 months
Avg Probation
$643.89
Avg Fine
13.1%
Prison Rate
40.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 2,476 4.3 months
State Prison Facility 801 3.1 years

Counsel Analysis

4,261
Public Defender
54.8% guilty · 3.0% dismissed
1,310
Private Attorney
37.3% guilty · 1.4% dismissed
285
Self or Unrepresented
31.2% guilty · 12.6% dismissed
179
Conflict Counsel
73.2% guilty · 4.5% dismissed
93
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
64.5% guilty · 1.1% 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 4,127 47.1% 3.3%
Black 1,813 60.5% 2.5%
Not Available 70 31.4% 2.9%
Asian 55 41.8% 3.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native 11 54.5% 9.1%

Age Distribution

5.7%
Under 21
23.7%
21-29
30.5%
30-39
21.2%
40-49
12.0%
50-59
6.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 2,020 53.0% 3.0% 1 year
2024 2,038 51.3% 4.1% 1 year, 1 months
2025 2,070 47.6% 2.2% 11.9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 3,664
Felony Third Degree 2,085
Felony Second Degree 303
Felony First Degree 52
NULL NULL 22
Misdemeanor Second Degree 2

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%
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%
Fraud 1,990 65.3% 4.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 50.6% based on 6,128 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 26.0% 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 Battery in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 1 year, with an average fine of $643.89.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
69.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 21.4% 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 · 6,128 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026