Contempt of Court in Jackson County, Florida
22 cases (2023-2025) · Jackson County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Contempt of court charges in Jackson County result in conviction at exceptionally high rates. Of 22 cases, 90.9 percent ended in guilty verdicts, while 9.1 percent received adjudication withheld. This contrasts sharply with statewide patterns: Jackson County dismissed zero cases compared to a 5.9 percent statewide dismissal rate, and used diversion programs in none despite a 2.8 percent state average. The county's near-total conviction rate suggests the State Attorney's office pursues these charges with minimal tolerance for alternative resolution.
Defendants convicted in Jackson County faced substantial confinement. Over 95 percent received jail time, with a median sentence of 123 days and average of 176.8 days. Most also drew probation sentences averaging a year, plus average fines of $200. Only 4.5 percent had public defenders, indicating most defendants retained private counsel—a pattern that may reflect the charge's prevalence among individuals with resources or existing legal representation from other proceedings.
Figures cover 22 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 90.9% of 22 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 22 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 21 | 5.9 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Contempt of Court sentencing in Jackson County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 14 | 85.7% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 4.8 months |
| 2024 | 13 | 92.3% | 0.0% | 6.9 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 22 |
Related Charges in Jackson County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 183 | 49.2% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 193 | 76.2% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 130 | 73.1% | 0.8% |
| Battery | 77 | 71.4% | 0.0% |
| Other | 77 | 70.1% | 1.3% |
| Resisting Officer | 71 | 78.9% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 62 | 64.5% | 1.6% |
| DUI | 63 | 96.8% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Jackson County?
The guilty rate is 90.9% based on 22 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Jackson County?
Adjudication is withheld in 9.1% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Jackson County?
The average sentence is 5.9 months, with an average fine of $200 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
4.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Contempt of Court in Jackson County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 22 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/contempt-of-court/jackson
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Jackson 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 · 22 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com