Contempt of Court in Charlotte County, Florida

70
Total Cases
88.6%
Guilty Rate
4.3%
Withheld Rate
7.1%
Dismissal Rate
5.5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 70 Contempt of Court cases in Charlotte County (2023-2025), 88.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 4.3% had adjudication withheld, and 7.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.5 months, with an average fine of $324.00. 18.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
88.6% (62)
Withheld
4.3% (3)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
7.1% (5)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.5 months
Avg Sentence
3.4 months
Median Sentence
11.8 months
Avg Probation
$324.00
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
68.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 48 5.5 months

Counsel Analysis

13
Private Attorney
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
White 61 88.5% 8.2%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
15.7%
21-29
40.0%
30-39
18.6%
40-49
17.1%
50-59
8.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 17 94.1% 0.0% 3.2 months
2024 28 85.7% 10.7% 5.6 months
2025 25 88.0% 8.0% 7.0 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 52
Misdemeanor Second Degree 10
NULL NULL 8

Related Charges in Charlotte County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,000 64.1% 0.1%
Drug Possession 3,831 92.7% 0.1%
Larceny / Theft 1,127 85.5% 0.4%
DUI 1,003 97.9% 0.3%
Battery 910 74.9% 1.8%
Other 826 76.3% 0.8%
Resisting Officer 655 89.3% 0.5%
Trespassing 454 93.0% 0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Charlotte County?
The guilty rate is 88.6% based on 70 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Charlotte County?
Adjudication is withheld in 4.3% 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 Charlotte County?
The average sentence is 5.5 months, with an average fine of $324.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 18.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Charlotte 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 · 70 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026