Contempt of Court in Seminole County, Florida

233
Total Cases
80.3%
Guilty Rate
11.6%
Withheld Rate
3.0%
Dismissal Rate
4.5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 233 Contempt of Court cases in Seminole County (2023-2025), 80.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 11.6% had adjudication withheld, and 3.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.5 months, with an average fine of $383.33. 19.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 66.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
80.3% (187)
Withheld
11.6% (27)
Diversion
3.9% (9)
Dismissed
3.0% (7)
Acquitted
0.4% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.5 months
Avg Sentence
3.0 months
Median Sentence
11.1 months
Avg Probation
$383.33
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
56.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 132 4.5 months

Counsel Analysis

154
Public Defender
84.4% guilty · 3.2% dismissed
46
Private Attorney
56.5% guilty · 2.2% dismissed
20
Self or Unrepresented
90.0% guilty · 5.0% dismissed
7
Conflict Counsel
100.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Other
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 162 79.6% 2.5%
Black 66 86.4% 1.5%

Age Distribution

4.3%
Under 21
16.3%
21-29
34.8%
30-39
22.3%
40-49
13.3%
50-59
9.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 122 79.5% 3.3% 5.4 months
2024 60 78.3% 5.0% 4.3 months
2025 51 84.3% 0.0% 2.6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 229
Not Applicable Not Applicable 3
Felony Third Degree 1

Related Charges in Seminole County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 7,514 51.6% 1.0%
Larceny / Theft 4,466 55.3% 0.5%
Drug Possession 4,082 68.2% 0.1%
Resisting Officer 2,257 68.3% 1.1%
Other 1,899 56.1% 3.8%
Battery 1,887 49.7% 2.3%
Trespassing 1,306 80.5% 3.8%
Probation Violation 1,163 21.6% 1.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Seminole County?
The guilty rate is 80.3% based on 233 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Seminole County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.6% 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 Seminole County?
The average sentence is 4.5 months, with an average fine of $383.33.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
66.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 19.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Seminole 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