Contempt of Court in Dixie County, Florida

10
Total Cases
70.0%
Guilty Rate
20.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1.5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 10 Contempt of Court cases in Dixie County (2023-2025), 70.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 20.0% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.5 months, with an average fine of $50.00. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 60.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
70.0% (7)
Withheld
20.0% (2)
Diversion
10.0% (1)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.5 months
Avg Sentence
1.0 months
Median Sentence
10.6 months
Avg Probation
$50.00
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
50.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 5 1.5 months

Counsel Analysis

6
Public Defender
66.7% 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 10 70.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
20.0%
21-29
40.0%
30-39
20.0%
40-49
0.0%
50-59
20.0%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 10

Related Charges in Dixie County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 599 73.5% 0.2%
Other 194 57.2% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 191 74.3% 2.1%
Larceny / Theft 97 85.6% 0.0%
Drug Sale 82 91.5% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 76 88.2% 0.0%
Battery 69 78.3% 0.0%
Burglary 67 86.6% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Dixie County?
The guilty rate is 70.0% based on 10 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Dixie County?
Adjudication is withheld in 20.0% 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 Dixie County?
The average sentence is 1.5 months, with an average fine of $50.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
60.0% 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 Dixie 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 · 10 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026