Contempt of Court in Volusia County, Florida

325
Total Cases
70.8%
Guilty Rate
17.2%
Withheld Rate
5.2%
Dismissal Rate
3.0 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 325 Contempt of Court cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 70.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 17.2% had adjudication withheld, and 5.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.0 months, with an average fine of $223.00. 22.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 67.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
70.8% (230)
Withheld
17.2% (56)
Diversion
4.9% (16)
Dismissed
5.2% (17)
Acquitted
0.3% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.0 months
Avg Sentence
1.7 months
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
$223.00
Avg Fine
1.2%
Prison Rate
75.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 244 2.6 months
State Prison Facility 4 2.6 years

Counsel Analysis

219
Public Defender
75.3% guilty · 5.0% dismissed
73
Private Attorney
57.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
24
Self or Unrepresented
62.5% guilty · 25.0% dismissed
5
Conflict Counsel
80.0% 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 228 68.0% 6.1%
Black 90 78.9% 2.2%

Age Distribution

2.5%
Under 21
23.9%
21-29
23.0%
30-39
25.2%
40-49
16.1%
50-59
9.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 114 68.4% 7.0% 2.8 months
2024 127 78.0% 5.5% 3.0 months
2025 84 63.1% 2.4% 3.4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 296
NULL NULL 15
Felony Third Degree 13
Local Not Applicable 1

Related Charges in Volusia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 26,889 15.9% 51.3%
Drug Possession 15,291 69.8% 1.1%
Traffic Offense 14,935 49.4% 5.4%
Battery 6,128 50.6% 3.1%
Larceny / Theft 4,676 63.3% 3.7%
Resisting Officer 4,313 67.1% 2.3%
Trespassing 3,956 77.7% 3.2%
Sex Offense 2,019 89.6% 3.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 70.8% based on 325 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.2% 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 Volusia County?
The average sentence is 3.0 months, with an average fine of $223.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
67.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 22.5% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Volusia 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 · 325 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026