Contempt of Court in Walton County, Florida

117
Total Cases
82.9%
Guilty Rate
6.8%
Withheld Rate
5.1%
Dismissal Rate
4.4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 117 Contempt of Court cases in Walton County (2023-2025), 82.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 6.8% had adjudication withheld, and 5.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.4 months, with an average fine of $250.00. 15.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 53.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
82.9% (97)
Withheld
6.8% (8)
Diversion
4.3% (5)
Dismissed
5.1% (6)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.4 months
Avg Sentence
2.3 months
Median Sentence
10.9 months
Avg Probation
$250.00
Avg Fine
1.7%
Prison Rate
67.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 79 3.5 months
State Prison Facility 2 3.3 years

Counsel Analysis

62
Public Defender
88.7% guilty · 3.2% dismissed
18
Private Attorney
66.7% guilty · 5.6% 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 104 81.7% 5.8%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
9.4%
21-29
47.9%
30-39
29.1%
40-49
10.3%
50-59
3.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 64 84.4% 1.6% 5.9 months
2024 28 82.1% 7.1% 3.0 months
2025 25 80.0% 12.0% 2.2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 112
Felony Third Degree 5

Related Charges in Walton County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 3,123 47.4% 2.0%
Other 2,407 47.7% 20.8%
Drug Possession 1,336 72.1% 5.9%
DUI 620 95.6% 3.4%
Larceny / Theft 555 69.5% 4.1%
Battery 524 52.7% 7.4%
Resisting Officer 400 61.5% 7.5%
Sex Offense 230 70.0% 15.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Contempt of Court in Walton County?
The guilty rate is 82.9% based on 117 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Walton County?
Adjudication is withheld in 6.8% 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 Walton County?
The average sentence is 4.4 months, with an average fine of $250.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
53.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 15.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Walton 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 · 117 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026