Contempt of Court in Sumter County, Florida

72
Total Cases
84.7%
Guilty Rate
13.9%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
5.6 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 72 Contempt of Court cases in Sumter County (2023-2025), 84.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 13.9% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 5.6 months, with an average fine of $164.52. 11.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 68.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
84.7% (61)
Withheld
13.9% (10)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

5.6 months
Avg Sentence
4.9 months
Median Sentence
10.5 months
Avg Probation
$164.52
Avg Fine
1.4%
Prison Rate
54.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 39 5.3 months
State Prison Facility 1 1 year, 6 months

Counsel Analysis

49
Public Defender
87.8% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
8
Private Attorney
62.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Self or Unrepresented
83.3% 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 59 84.7% 0.0%
Black 10 90.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

2.8%
Under 21
16.7%
21-29
31.9%
30-39
22.2%
40-49
15.3%
50-59
11.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 35 85.7% 0.0% 6.5 months
2024 15 100.0% 0.0% 5.1 months
2025 22 72.7% 0.0% 3.4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 68
Felony Third Degree 4

Related Charges in Sumter County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 4,083 62.9% 0.1%
Traffic Offense 3,081 67.0% 0.0%
Battery 1,047 64.5% 0.6%
Other 978 78.3% 1.3%
Larceny / Theft 945 76.3% 0.1%
Resisting Officer 543 84.7% 0.0%
DUI 510 99.0% 0.2%
Fraud 327 72.5% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 84.7% based on 72 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.9% 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 Sumter County?
The average sentence is 5.6 months, with an average fine of $164.52.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
68.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter 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 · 72 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026