Contempt of Court in Manatee County, Florida

201
Total Cases
77.6%
Guilty Rate
10.0%
Withheld Rate
6.5%
Dismissal Rate
4.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 201 Contempt of Court cases in Manatee County (2023-2025), 77.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.0% had adjudication withheld, and 6.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.9 months, with an average fine of $74.47. 15.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 53.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
77.6% (156)
Withheld
10.0% (20)
Diversion
3.0% (6)
Dismissed
6.5% (13)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.9 months
Avg Sentence
3.0 months
Median Sentence
11.9 months
Avg Probation
$74.47
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
15.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 31 4.9 months

Counsel Analysis

108
Public Defender
76.9% guilty · 4.6% dismissed
31
Private Attorney
71.0% guilty · 3.2% dismissed
16
Self or Unrepresented
81.2% guilty · 12.5% 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 159 79.2% 4.4%
Black 39 69.2% 15.4%

Age Distribution

2.0%
Under 21
18.9%
21-29
27.4%
30-39
25.4%
40-49
11.4%
50-59
14.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 78 78.2% 9.0% 4.9 months
2024 67 83.6% 7.5% 4.3 months
2025 56 69.6% 1.8% 6.5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 200
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Manatee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 14,788 44.5% 2.5%
Drug Possession 5,094 65.7% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 2,751 58.6% 3.5%
Battery 1,908 57.1% 4.4%
Other 1,811 48.3% 2.9%
Resisting Officer 1,585 71.0% 3.7%
Trespassing 1,194 72.9% 7.6%
Fraud 1,003 68.3% 1.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Manatee County?
The guilty rate is 77.6% based on 201 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Manatee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.0% 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 Manatee County?
The average sentence is 4.9 months, with an average fine of $74.47.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
53.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 15.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Manatee 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 · 201 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026