Contempt of Court in Levy County, Florida
25 cases (2023-2025) · Levy County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Levy County takes an extraordinarily harsh stance on contempt of court, with 88% of defendants convicted guilty and zero dismissals compared to 5.9% statewide. No cases are diverted to alternative programs. The combination of high conviction and zero diversion indicates uncompromising prosecution of violations of court orders in this small rural county. Nearly three-quarters of defendants (76%) are jailed, averaging 140 days in custody with a median of 120 days. Probation averages 325 days, and small fines average $100. Public defenders represent 76% of defendants, reflecting limited resources for legal representation.
Figures cover 25 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 — 88.0% of 25 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 25 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 | 19 | 4.7 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Contempt of Court sentencing in Levy 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 | 22 | 90.9% | 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% | 5.8 months |
| 2024 | 6 | 66.7% | 0.0% | 4.7 months |
| 2025 | 13 | 92.3% | 0.0% | 4.0 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 25 |
Related Charges in Levy County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 333 | 71.2% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 166 | 83.1% | 0.0% |
| Other | 128 | 80.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 70 | 81.4% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 55 | 83.6% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 44 | 88.6% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 73 | 98.6% | 0.0% |
| Weapons Offense | 82 (2023-2025) | 96.3% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Levy County?
The guilty rate is 88.0% based on 25 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Levy County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.0% 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 Levy County?
The average sentence is 4.7 months, with an average fine of $100 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
76.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 8.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Contempt of Court in Levy County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 25 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/contempt-of-court/levy
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Levy 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 · 25 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com