Contempt of Court in Alachua County, Florida

64
Total Cases
92.2%
Guilty Rate
3.1%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
4.3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 64 Contempt of Court cases in Alachua County (2023-2025), 92.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 3.1% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.3 months, with an average fine of $18.86. 3.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 40.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
92.2% (59)
Withheld
3.1% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
4.7% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.3 months
Avg Sentence
4.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 4 months
Avg Probation
$18.86
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
65.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 42 4.3 months

Counsel Analysis

26
Public Defender
84.6% 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
Black 41 92.7% 0.0%
White 23 91.3% 0.0%

Age Distribution

1.6%
Under 21
37.5%
21-29
18.8%
30-39
34.4%
40-49
6.2%
50-59
1.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 34 88.2% 0.0% 2.5 months
2024 19 94.7% 0.0% 6.5 months
2025 11 100.0% 0.0% 6.6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 62
Felony Third Degree 2

Related Charges in Alachua County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 2,599 65.8% 0.0%
Drug Possession 2,459 80.4% 0.2%
Larceny / Theft 2,019 81.2% 0.5%
Battery 1,648 64.6% 1.9%
Other 1,219 69.8% 2.1%
Resisting Officer 1,083 78.9% 0.9%
Trespassing 966 85.3% 1.8%
Probation Violation 777 92.7% 1.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Alachua County?
The guilty rate is 92.2% based on 64 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Alachua County?
Adjudication is withheld in 3.1% 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 Contempt of Court in Alachua County?
The average sentence is 4.3 months, with an average fine of $18.86.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
40.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Alachua 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 · 64 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026