Contempt of Court in Franklin County, Florida

Contempt of Court cases in Franklin County result in conviction at notably high rates. Among the 12 cases recorded, 66.7 percent ended in guilty verdicts, while 25 percent received adjudication withheld—a Florida outcome that avoids formal conviction. No cases were dismissed, compared to the statewide dismissal rate of 5.9 percent, suggesting Franklin County prosecutors pursue these charges aggressively and judges rarely find grounds to dismiss them. The one acquittal rate of 8.3 percent aligns with statewide patterns for this charge. The absence of diversion programs, which operate in 2.8 percent of contempt cases statewide, means defendants here have no alternative path to avoid adjudication.

Sentences are substantial. Defendants averaged 97.9 days in jail with a median of 101.5 days, plus 426 days of probation on average, alongside fines averaging $80. Nearly 84 percent faced confinement. The defense counsel split—66.7 percent public defenders and 16.7 percent private attorneys—reflects a population with limited resources, typical for contempt defendants in smaller counties.

0.0% of Contempt of Court cases in Franklin County are dismissed — below Florida's statewide average of 13.4%. Franklin County is tougher than typical on these cases, so the attorney you pick matters more here.

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12
Total Cases
66.7%
Guilty Rate
25.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
3.2 months
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
66.7% (8)
Withheld
25.0% (3)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
8.3% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.2 months
Avg Sentence
3.4 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 2 months
Avg Probation
$80
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
83.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 10 3.2 months

Counsel Analysis

8
Public Defender
87.5% 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 60.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
0.0%
21-29
58.3%
30-39
8.3%
40-49
25.0%
50-59
8.3%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 10
Felony Third Degree 2

Related Charges in Franklin County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 702 19.1% 6.4%
Drug Possession 444 73.0% 0.7%
Traffic Offense 378 40.5% 0.5%
Battery 157 63.7% 1.9%
Resisting Officer 95 71.6% 2.1%
Trespassing 78 75.6% 0.0%
Disorderly Conduct 77 63.6% 0.0%
Larceny / Theft 77 74.0% 2.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Franklin County?
The guilty rate is 66.7% based on 12 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Franklin County?
Adjudication is withheld in 25.0% 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 Franklin County?
The average sentence is 3.2 months, with an average fine of $80.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
66.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 16.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Franklin 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 · 12 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026