Contempt of Court in Jackson County, Florida

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.

0.0% of Contempt of Court cases in Jackson County are dismissed — below Florida's statewide average of 13.4%. Jackson County is tougher than typical on these cases, so the attorney you pick matters more here.

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22
Total Cases
90.9%
Guilty Rate
9.1%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
5.9 months
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
90.9% (20)
Withheld
9.1% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.9 months
Avg Sentence
4.1 months
Median Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Avg Probation
$200
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
95.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 21 5.9 months

Counsel Analysis

13
Self or Unrepresented
84.6% 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 14 85.7% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
0.0%
21-29
31.8%
30-39
9.1%
40-49
22.7%
50-59
36.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year 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

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 770 47.0% 0.0%
Drug Possession 698 79.4% 0.1%
Larceny / Theft 415 71.3% 0.5%
Battery 273 75.8% 2.6%
Resisting Officer 242 80.2% 0.4%
Other 241 72.2% 0.4%
Fraud 169 63.3% 0.6%
DUI 150 98.0% 0.7%

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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. 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.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
4.5% 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 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 March 2026