Contempt of Court in Monroe County, Florida

71
Total Cases
83.1%
Guilty Rate
8.5%
Withheld Rate
7.0%
Dismissal Rate
4.3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 71 Contempt of Court cases in Monroe County (2023-2025), 83.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 8.5% had adjudication withheld, and 7.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.3 months. 52.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 47.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
83.1% (59)
Withheld
8.5% (6)
Diversion
1.4% (1)
Dismissed
7.0% (5)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.3 months
Avg Sentence
2.5 months
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
0.0%
Prison Rate
71.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 51 4.3 months

Counsel Analysis

37
Private Attorney
75.7% guilty · 13.5% dismissed
34
Public Defender
91.2% 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 55 83.6% 3.6%

Age Distribution

4.2%
Under 21
8.5%
21-29
28.2%
30-39
21.1%
40-49
25.4%
50-59
12.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 26 73.1% 19.2% 6.3 months
2024 32 90.6% 0.0% 3.8 months
2025 13 84.6% 0.0% 1.6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 70
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Monroe County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 3,683 30.4% 0.4%
Other 2,686 38.2% 1.8%
Drug Possession 1,748 50.9% 1.5%
Trespassing 911 87.0% 0.3%
Resisting Officer 823 65.9% 0.6%
DUI 775 93.8% 2.5%
Larceny / Theft 736 75.5% 1.0%
Battery 658 53.5% 0.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Monroe County?
The guilty rate is 83.1% based on 71 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Monroe County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.5% 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 Monroe County?
The average sentence is 4.3 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
47.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 52.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Monroe 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 · 71 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026