Contempt of Court in Hernando County, Florida

388
Total Cases
87.1%
Guilty Rate
5.2%
Withheld Rate
1.5%
Dismissal Rate
3.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 388 Contempt of Court cases in Hernando County (2023-2025), 87.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 5.2% had adjudication withheld, and 1.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.9 months, with an average fine of $154.88. 1.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 31.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
87.1% (338)
Withheld
5.2% (20)
Diversion
5.7% (22)
Dismissed
1.5% (6)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.9 months
Avg Sentence
4.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
$154.88
Avg Fine
0.3%
Prison Rate
77.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 300 3.8 months
State Prison Facility 1 1 year, 6 months

Counsel Analysis

122
Public Defender
77.0% guilty · 1.6% dismissed
67
Other
80.6% guilty · 3.0% dismissed
6
Private Attorney
66.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
5
Self or Unrepresented
60.0% 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 348 88.2% 1.7%
Black 27 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.5%
Under 21
45.7%
21-29
21.7%
30-39
20.4%
40-49
7.2%
50-59
4.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 236 91.1% 0.4% 3.6 months
2024 70 80.0% 0.0% 3.7 months
2025 82 81.7% 6.1% 5.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 366
Not Applicable Not Applicable 18
Felony Third Degree 4

Related Charges in Hernando County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 3,268 67.9% 2.8%
Larceny / Theft 2,833 48.5% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 2,485 73.5% 0.2%
Battery 1,342 56.3% 1.2%
Other 1,270 64.7% 5.1%
Resisting Officer 796 75.1% 0.4%
Trespassing 694 87.9% 0.4%
DUI 660 98.3% 0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Hernando County?
The guilty rate is 87.1% based on 388 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Hernando County?
Adjudication is withheld in 5.2% 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 Hernando County?
The average sentence is 3.9 months, with an average fine of $154.88.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
31.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 1.5% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Hernando 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 · 388 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026