Disorderly Conduct in Volusia County, Florida
458 cases (2025) · Volusia County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, disorderly conduct in Volusia County showed the lowest guilty rate among the counties examined at 53.1%, with adjudication withheld in 38.4%—substantially above the statewide average of 25.2%. The dismissal rate of 2.0% was essentially aligned with the statewide average of 2.3%, while diversion was used in 5.2% of cases, below the state average of 7.8%.
Despite relatively favorable outcomes on conviction, defendants faced high jail incarceration rates, with 65.9% serving time. Sentences averaged 16.2 days, though the median was only 4 days, indicating wide variance. Probation averaged 191 days, and fines averaged $238. Two-thirds of defendants used public defenders, with some private counsel and self-representation recorded.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 53.1% of 458 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 458 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 917 | 18 days |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Disorderly Conduct sentencing in Volusia County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (2025)
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 | 333 | 54.1% | 1.8% |
| Black | 116 | 48.3% | 2.6% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 467 | 47.5% | 1.9% | 21 days |
| 2024 | 434 | 45.2% | 3.5% | 16 days |
| 2025 | 458 | 53.1% | 2.0% | 16 days |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 1,339 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 20 |
Related Charges in Volusia County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | 9,058 | 15.7% | 52.0% |
| Drug Possession | 5,517 | 73.1% | 1.1% |
| Traffic Offense | 5,037 | 52.6% | 5.9% |
| Battery | 2,011 | 49.0% | 2.3% |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,690 | 65.9% | 2.8% |
| Resisting Officer | 1,440 | 68.9% | 1.6% |
| Trespassing | 1,268 | 78.9% | 3.2% |
| Sex Offense | 579 | 86.0% | 4.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Disorderly Conduct in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 53.1% based on 458 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Disorderly Conduct in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 38.4% of cases (2025). 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 Disorderly Conduct in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 16 days, with an average fine of $238 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
65.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 22.3% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Disorderly Conduct in Volusia County, Florida (2025). Based on 458 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/disorderly-conduct/volusia
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 · 458 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com