Contempt of Court in Santa Rosa County, Florida

233
Total Cases
75.5%
Guilty Rate
13.7%
Withheld Rate
1.3%
Dismissal Rate
5.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 233 Contempt of Court cases in Santa Rosa County (2023-2025), 75.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 13.7% had adjudication withheld, and 1.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.9 months, with an average fine of $50.26. 13.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 65.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
75.5% (176)
Withheld
13.7% (32)
Diversion
8.2% (19)
Dismissed
1.3% (3)
Acquitted
0.4% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.9 months
Avg Sentence
5.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
$50.26
Avg Fine
0.4%
Prison Rate
50.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 118 5.4 months
State Prison Facility 1 5.0 years

Counsel Analysis

153
Public Defender
79.1% guilty · 0.7% dismissed
32
Private Attorney
40.6% guilty · 3.1% dismissed
11
Self or Unrepresented
90.9% 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 212 74.1% 1.4%
Black 14 92.9% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.9%
Under 21
12.9%
21-29
29.6%
30-39
39.5%
40-49
12.0%
50-59
5.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 78 74.4% 1.3% 5.5 months
2024 78 80.8% 2.6% 7.3 months
2025 77 71.4% 0.0% 4.7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 227
Felony Third Degree 6

Related Charges in Santa Rosa County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 4,733 67.7% 2.5%
Drug Possession 3,645 71.8% 0.5%
Larceny / Theft 1,802 65.0% 0.3%
Other 1,238 63.4% 3.6%
Battery 1,180 58.2% 0.7%
DUI 1,142 96.0% 1.5%
Resisting Officer 890 73.5% 1.0%
Sex Offense 482 81.7% 9.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Santa Rosa County?
The guilty rate is 75.5% based on 233 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Santa Rosa County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.7% 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 Santa Rosa County?
The average sentence is 5.9 months, with an average fine of $50.26.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
65.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 13.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Santa Rosa 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 · 233 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026