Contempt of Court in Indian River County, Florida

50
Total Cases
94.0%
Guilty Rate
4.0%
Withheld Rate
2.0%
Dismissal Rate
5.6 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 50 Contempt of Court cases in Indian River County (2023-2025), 94.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 4.0% had adjudication withheld, and 2.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.6 months, with an average fine of $250.66. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
94.0% (47)
Withheld
4.0% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
2.0% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.6 months
Avg Sentence
6.0 months
Median Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Avg Probation
$250.66
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
64.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 32 5.6 months

Counsel Analysis

36
Self or Unrepresented
91.7% guilty · 2.8% 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 42 92.9% 2.4%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
12.0%
21-29
40.0%
30-39
24.0%
40-49
18.0%
50-59
6.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 24 100.0% 0.0% 6.2 months
2024 6 100.0% 0.0% 6.4 months
2025 20 85.0% 5.0% 4.3 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 50

Related Charges in Indian River County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 3,107 74.6% 0.3%
Drug Possession 1,959 72.9% 9.5%
DUI 1,118 99.0% 0.1%
Larceny / Theft 1,074 76.1% 0.4%
Other 842 70.9% 5.2%
Resisting Officer 702 82.6% 0.9%
Battery 659 68.0% 1.8%
Trespassing 562 86.1% 0.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Indian River County?
The guilty rate is 94.0% based on 50 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Indian River County?
Adjudication is withheld in 4.0% 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 Indian River County?
The average sentence is 5.6 months, with an average fine of $250.66.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% 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 Indian River 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 · 50 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026