Contempt of Court in Nassau County, Florida

39
Total Cases
82.1%
Guilty Rate
15.4%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
3.4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 39 Contempt of Court cases in Nassau County (2023-2025), 82.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 15.4% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.4 months. 7.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 69.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
82.1% (32)
Withheld
15.4% (6)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.4 months
Avg Sentence
3.0 months
Median Sentence
10.9 months
Avg Probation
0.0%
Prison Rate
33.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 13 3.4 months

Counsel Analysis

27
Public Defender
81.5% 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 37 81.1% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
10.3%
21-29
38.5%
30-39
23.1%
40-49
12.8%
50-59
15.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 14 78.6% 0.0% 8.6 months
2024 12 83.3% 0.0% 2.2 months
2025 13 84.6% 0.0% 2.6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 34
Misdemeanor Second Degree 5

Related Charges in Nassau County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,665 50.3% 2.3%
Drug Possession 1,624 74.3% 0.1%
Other 823 76.9% 4.4%
Probation Violation 565 69.4% 20.2%
Larceny / Theft 448 77.2% 0.0%
DUI 442 98.6% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 330 74.8% 0.3%
Battery 302 73.2% 0.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Nassau County?
The guilty rate is 82.1% based on 39 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Nassau County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.4% 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 Nassau County?
The average sentence is 3.4 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
69.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Nassau 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 · 39 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026