Burglary in Volusia County, Florida

1,748
Total Cases
73.6%
Guilty Rate
21.1%
Withheld Rate
1.3%
Dismissal Rate
3.2 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,748 Burglary cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 73.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 21.1% had adjudication withheld, and 1.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.2 years. 19.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 66.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
73.6% (1,286)
Withheld
21.1% (369)
Diversion
1.7% (30)
Dismissed
1.3% (23)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.2 years
Avg Sentence
2.0 years
Median Sentence
3.9 years
Avg Probation
53.4%
Prison Rate
18.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 933 4.1 years
County Jail 321 8.4 months

Counsel Analysis

1,168
Public Defender
75.2% guilty · 1.1% dismissed
335
Private Attorney
56.7% guilty · 1.5% dismissed
110
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
93.6% guilty · 1.8% dismissed
92
Conflict Counsel
82.6% guilty · 2.2% dismissed
43
Self or Unrepresented
90.7% guilty · 2.3% 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 1,048 76.2% 1.8%
Black 663 68.9% 0.6%
Not Available 29 79.3% 0.0%

Age Distribution

24.6%
Under 21
22.2%
21-29
25.1%
30-39
15.6%
40-49
8.4%
50-59
4.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 597 73.2% 1.0% 3.0 years
2024 607 77.3% 1.3% 3.2 years
2025 544 69.9% 1.7% 3.5 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 1,203
Felony Second Degree 423
Felony First Degree punishable by life 87
Felony First Degree 27
Felony Life 8

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 Burglary in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 73.6% based on 1,748 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Burglary in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 21.1% 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 Burglary in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 3.2 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
66.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 19.2% 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 · 1,748 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026