Contempt of Court in Columbia County, Florida

25
Total Cases
96.0%
Guilty Rate
4.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
3.4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 25 Contempt of Court cases in Columbia County (2023-2025), 96.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 4.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.4 months. 12.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 56.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
96.0% (24)
Withheld
4.0% (1)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.4 months
Avg Sentence
2.4 months
Median Sentence
11.5 months
Avg Probation
0.0%
Prison Rate
60.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 15 3.4 months

Counsel Analysis

14
Public Defender
92.9% 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 18 94.4% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
12.0%
21-29
24.0%
30-39
36.0%
40-49
12.0%
50-59
16.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2024 8 100.0% 0.0% 2.9 months
2025 13 92.3% 0.0% 4.0 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 25

Related Charges in Columbia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,963 56.1% 0.1%
Drug Possession 852 83.1% 0.5%
Larceny / Theft 712 64.0% 0.0%
Other 568 48.2% 2.1%
Resisting Officer 413 79.7% 0.7%
Fraud 409 76.5% 0.2%
Battery 325 74.5% 0.3%
Weapons Offense 165 84.2% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Columbia County?
The guilty rate is 96.0% based on 25 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Columbia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 4.0% 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 Contempt of Court in Columbia County?
The average sentence is 3.4 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
56.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 12.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Columbia 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 · 25 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026