Contempt of Court in Clay County, Florida

163
Total Cases
81.6%
Guilty Rate
16.6%
Withheld Rate
1.2%
Dismissal Rate
3.0 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 163 Contempt of Court cases in Clay County (2023-2025), 81.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 16.6% had adjudication withheld, and 1.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.0 months, with an average fine of $338.30. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
81.6% (133)
Withheld
16.6% (27)
Diversion
0.6% (1)
Dismissed
1.2% (2)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.0 months
Avg Sentence
1.7 months
Median Sentence
10.4 months
Avg Probation
$338.30
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
61.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 100 2.9 months

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 118 80.5% 0.8%
Black 36 86.1% 0.0%

Age Distribution

2.5%
Under 21
13.0%
21-29
32.9%
30-39
30.4%
40-49
16.8%
50-59
4.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 56 78.6% 0.0% 2.8 months
2024 60 88.3% 3.3% 3.1 months
2025 47 76.6% 0.0% 3.0 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 160
Felony Third Degree 3

Related Charges in Clay County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 3,607 50.7% 1.1%
Drug Possession 1,978 70.6% 0.7%
Larceny / Theft 1,400 62.6% 0.0%
Battery 1,244 63.9% 0.7%
Other 1,230 39.3% 33.9%
Resisting Officer 733 71.5% 0.4%
DUI 552 97.3% 0.5%
Trespassing 455 76.7% 1.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Clay County?
The guilty rate is 81.6% based on 163 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Clay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.6% 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 Contempt of Court in Clay County?
The average sentence is 3.0 months, with an average fine of $338.30.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Clay 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 · 163 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026