Contempt of Court in Hardee County, Florida

26
Total Cases
84.6%
Guilty Rate
3.8%
Withheld Rate
3.8%
Dismissal Rate
4.2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 26 Contempt of Court cases in Hardee County (2023-2025), 84.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 3.8% had adjudication withheld, and 3.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.2 months, with an average fine of $182.36. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 76.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
84.6% (22)
Withheld
3.8% (1)
Diversion
3.8% (1)
Dismissed
3.8% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.2 months
Avg Sentence
3.5 months
Median Sentence
10.6 months
Avg Probation
$182.36
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
69.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 18 4.2 months

Counsel Analysis

20
Public Defender
80.0% guilty · 5.0% 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 83.3% 5.6%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
15.4%
21-29
53.8%
30-39
19.2%
40-49
7.7%
50-59
3.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 8 87.5% 12.5% 3.4 months
2024 6 83.3% 0.0% 4.3 months
2025 12 83.3% 0.0% 4.9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 22
Not Applicable Not Applicable 4

Related Charges in Hardee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,107 56.1% 13.6%
Drug Possession 628 78.5% 1.0%
Other 292 67.8% 10.3%
Battery 243 62.1% 11.1%
Resisting Officer 209 80.4% 2.9%
Trespassing 153 51.0% 17.0%
Larceny / Theft 144 68.8% 6.9%
DUI 124 98.4% 1.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Hardee County?
The guilty rate is 84.6% based on 26 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Hardee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 3.8% 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 Hardee County?
The average sentence is 4.2 months, with an average fine of $182.36.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
76.9% 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 Hardee 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 · 26 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026