Contempt of Court in Wakulla County, Florida

29
Total Cases
86.2%
Guilty Rate
3.4%
Withheld Rate
3.4%
Dismissal Rate
4.8 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 29 Contempt of Court cases in Wakulla County (2023-2025), 86.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 3.4% had adjudication withheld, and 3.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.8 months, with an average fine of $204.00. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 82.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
86.2% (25)
Withheld
3.4% (1)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
3.4% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.8 months
Avg Sentence
3.5 months
Median Sentence
9.7 months
Avg Probation
$204.00
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
82.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 24 4.8 months

Counsel Analysis

24
Public Defender
87.5% guilty · 4.2% 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 22 81.8% 4.5%

Age Distribution

13.8%
Under 21
10.3%
21-29
51.7%
30-39
10.3%
40-49
13.8%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 6 83.3% 0.0% 5.4 months
2024 12 75.0% 8.3% 4.0 months
2025 11 100.0% 0.0% 5.2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 29

Related Charges in Wakulla County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 601 70.7% 4.3%
Drug Possession 491 75.8% 2.4%
Larceny / Theft 310 67.7% 9.4%
Other 227 65.2% 7.9%
Battery 161 57.1% 12.4%
Resisting Officer 131 73.3% 4.6%
DUI 116 92.2% 3.4%
Sex Offense 76 80.3% 9.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Wakulla County?
The guilty rate is 86.2% based on 29 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Wakulla County?
Adjudication is withheld in 3.4% 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 Wakulla County?
The average sentence is 4.8 months, with an average fine of $204.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
82.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Wakulla 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 · 29 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026