Contempt of Court in Martin County, Florida

69
Total Cases
82.6%
Guilty Rate
1.4%
Withheld Rate
13.0%
Dismissal Rate
5.5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 69 Contempt of Court cases in Martin County (2023-2025), 82.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 1.4% had adjudication withheld, and 13.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.5 months. 33.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 40.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
82.6% (57)
Withheld
1.4% (1)
Diversion
2.9% (2)
Dismissed
13.0% (9)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.5 months
Avg Sentence
4.0 months
Median Sentence
11.7 months
Avg Probation
0.0%
Prison Rate
46.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 32 5.5 months

Counsel Analysis

28
Public Defender
92.9% guilty · 7.1% dismissed
23
Private Attorney
82.6% guilty · 17.4% dismissed
11
Self or Unrepresented
63.6% guilty · 9.1% dismissed
5
Other
60.0% guilty · 40.0% 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 56 82.1% 12.5%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
21.7%
21-29
30.4%
30-39
23.2%
40-49
8.7%
50-59
15.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 22 72.7% 18.2% 3.8 months
2024 33 84.8% 12.1% 7.3 months
2025 14 92.9% 7.1% 5.8 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 50
Not Applicable Not Applicable 19

Related Charges in Martin County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,327 62.3% 0.3%
Drug Possession 2,446 66.6% 6.0%
Other 2,363 36.8% 48.1%
DUI 1,719 99.0% 0.4%
Larceny / Theft 1,077 84.1% 1.0%
Sex Offense 1,072 97.2% 0.3%
Escape / Failure to Appear 987 44.1% 55.3%
Resisting Officer 906 83.9% 1.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Martin County?
The guilty rate is 82.6% based on 69 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Martin County?
Adjudication is withheld in 1.4% 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 Martin County?
The average sentence is 5.5 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
40.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 33.3% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Martin 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 · 69 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026