Contempt of Court in Miami-Dade County, Florida

397
Total Cases
58.2%
Guilty Rate
33.8%
Withheld Rate
4.5%
Dismissal Rate
6.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 397 Contempt of Court cases in Miami-Dade County (2023-2025), 58.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 33.8% had adjudication withheld, and 4.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 6.9 months, with an average fine of $242.14. 28.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 62.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
58.2% (231)
Withheld
33.8% (134)
Diversion
3.3% (13)
Dismissed
4.5% (18)
Acquitted
0.3% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

6.9 months
Avg Sentence
6.0 months
Median Sentence
2.4 years
Avg Probation
$242.14
Avg Fine
12.3%
Prison Rate
31.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 124 5.9 months
State Prison Facility 49 9.7 months

Counsel Analysis

248
Public Defender
64.9% guilty · 4.8% dismissed
113
Private Attorney
47.8% guilty · 0.9% dismissed
10
Conflict Counsel
80.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
8
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
62.5% guilty · 25.0% 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 274 57.3% 0.4%
Black 115 63.5% 12.2%

Age Distribution

0.8%
Under 21
18.4%
21-29
44.2%
30-39
22.7%
40-49
8.3%
50-59
5.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 170 50.6% 8.2% 7.7 months
2024 125 60.8% 1.6% 6.0 months
2025 102 67.6% 2.0% 6.9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 366
NULL NULL 18
Not Applicable Not Applicable 9
Felony Third Degree 4

Related Charges in Miami-Dade County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 17,318 16.9% 54.7%
Larceny / Theft 13,324 61.6% 1.0%
Drug Possession 6,986 65.1% 0.7%
Resisting Officer 6,189 50.6% 2.1%
Battery 5,809 42.9% 2.0%
Burglary 4,095 72.7% 1.1%
Fraud 4,065 41.6% 0.5%
Traffic Offense 3,507 56.1% 8.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Miami-Dade County?
The guilty rate is 58.2% based on 397 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Miami-Dade County?
Adjudication is withheld in 33.8% 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 Miami-Dade County?
The average sentence is 6.9 months, with an average fine of $242.14.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
62.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 28.5% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Miami-Dade 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 · 397 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026