Drug Sale in Volusia County, Florida
133 cases (2025) · Volusia County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
Volusia County stands as the only drug sale jurisdiction with dismissal rates exceeding statewide norms: 3.8% of 133 cases ended in dismissal, more than double the 1.8% statewide average. The 88% guilty rate reflects strong conviction outcomes, yet dismissal access provides a meaningful alternative path. Withheld adjudication at 8.3% matches the statewide average, indicating judicial practice aligned with state norms. No diversion programs were documented, eliminating conviction-avoidance pathways available in other counties.
Sentencing is among the harshest: average 1,361 days with a median of 1,096 days, and 65.4% of defendants imprisoned—the highest prison rate examined among drug sale counties. Probation averaged 1,565 days, the second-longest observed. The relatively balanced counsel split (33.8% private, 38.3% public defender) suggests mixed income levels. Volusia's elevated dismissal rate offers one alternative to conviction, but custodial sentences remain severe and nearly universal for those convicted.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 88.0% of 133 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 133 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 |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 333 | 4.5 years |
| County Jail | 50 | 7.2 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Drug Sale 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 81 | 91.4% | 4.9% |
| White | 49 | 85.7% | 2.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 177 | 89.3% | 1.7% | 3.8 years |
| 2024 | 167 | 89.2% | 1.2% | 4.5 years |
| 2025 | 133 | 88.0% | 3.8% | 3.7 years |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 250 |
| Felony | First Degree | 135 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 90 |
| Felony | First Degree punishable by life | 1 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 1 |
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 Drug Sale in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 88.0% based on 133 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.3% 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 Drug Sale in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 3.7 years (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
38.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 33.8% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Drug Sale in Volusia County, Florida (2025). Based on 133 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/drug-sale/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 · 133 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com