Contempt of Court in Gulf County, Florida

23
Total Cases
91.3%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
4.3%
Dismissal Rate
3.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 23 Contempt of Court cases in Gulf County (2023-2025), 91.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.0% had adjudication withheld, and 4.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.9 months, with an average fine of $116.67. 21.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 52.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
91.3% (21)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
4.3% (1)
Dismissed
4.3% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.9 months
Avg Sentence
3.5 months
Median Sentence
11.8 months
Avg Probation
$116.67
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
65.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 15 3.9 months

Counsel Analysis

12
Public Defender
83.3% guilty · 8.3% dismissed
5
Private Attorney
100.0% 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 22 90.9% 4.5%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
4.5%
21-29
50.0%
30-39
27.3%
40-49
0.0%
50-59
18.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 13 84.6% 7.7% 4.4 months
2025 6 100.0% 0.0% 5.3 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 19
Misdemeanor Second Degree 4

Related Charges in Gulf County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 505 83.8% 11.1%
Traffic Offense 404 94.1% 0.2%
Drug Possession 300 86.3% 0.3%
Battery 135 83.7% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 85 84.7% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 75 82.7% 0.0%
Sex Offense 54 79.6% 0.0%
Disorderly Conduct 46 91.3% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Gulf County?
The guilty rate is 91.3% based on 23 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Gulf County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Gulf County?
The average sentence is 3.9 months, with an average fine of $116.67.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
52.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 21.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Gulf 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 · 23 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026