Contempt of Court in Okeechobee County, Florida

451
Total Cases
12.2%
Guilty Rate
0.4%
Withheld Rate
87.1%
Dismissal Rate
4.0 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 451 Contempt of Court cases in Okeechobee County (2023-2025), 12.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 0.4% had adjudication withheld, and 87.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.0 months. 0.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 4.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
12.2% (55)
Withheld
0.4% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
87.1% (393)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.0 months
Avg Sentence
2.8 months
Median Sentence
10.6 months
Avg Probation
0.2%
Prison Rate
10.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 48 3.8 months
State Prison Facility 1 1 year

Counsel Analysis

20
Public Defender
100.0% 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 265 12.8% 86.8%
Black 84 7.1% 90.5%

Age Distribution

5.3%
Under 21
23.5%
21-29
32.8%
30-39
19.5%
40-49
11.3%
50-59
7.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 184 7.6% 92.4% 3.1 months
2024 132 18.2% 80.3% 3.0 months
2025 135 12.6% 86.7% 5.9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Not Applicable Not Applicable 425
Misdemeanor First Degree 25
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Okeechobee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,805 52.8% 0.5%
Drug Possession 1,046 75.0% 8.7%
Other 803 61.0% 15.7%
Larceny / Theft 418 77.0% 2.4%
Battery 387 69.3% 7.2%
DUI 364 98.1% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 304 77.6% 3.9%
Trespassing 202 78.2% 7.4%

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87.1% of Contempt of Court cases in Okeechobee County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Okeechobee County?
The guilty rate is 12.2% based on 451 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Okeechobee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.4% 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 Okeechobee County?
The average sentence is 4.0 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
4.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.9% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Okeechobee 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 · 451 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026