Drug Sale in Volusia County, Florida

481
Total Cases
88.4%
Guilty Rate
8.7%
Withheld Rate
2.1%
Dismissal Rate
4.0 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 481 Drug Sale cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 88.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 8.7% had adjudication withheld, and 2.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 4.0 years. 33.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 42.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
88.4% (425)
Withheld
8.7% (42)
Diversion
0.2% (1)
Dismissed
2.1% (10)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.0 years
Avg Sentence
2.4 years
Median Sentence
4.6 years
Avg Probation
68.8%
Prison Rate
10.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 331 4.5 years
County Jail 50 7.0 months

Counsel Analysis

202
Public Defender
92.1% guilty · 1.0% dismissed
163
Private Attorney
89.0% guilty · 2.5% dismissed
80
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
80.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
24
Conflict Counsel
83.3% guilty · 16.7% dismissed
12
Self or Unrepresented
83.3% 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
Black 281 95.0% 2.5%
White 193 79.3% 1.6%

Age Distribution

5.4%
Under 21
15.8%
21-29
30.8%
30-39
25.6%
40-49
16.6%
50-59
5.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 177 89.3% 1.7% 3.8 years
2024 170 87.6% 1.2% 4.5 years
2025 134 88.1% 3.7% 3.7 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 252
Felony First Degree 137
Felony Third Degree 90
Felony First Degree punishable by life 1
Misdemeanor First Degree 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 Drug Sale in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 88.4% based on 481 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.7% 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 Drug Sale in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 4.0 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
42.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 33.9% 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 · 481 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026