Drug Trafficking in Volusia County, Florida
239 cases (2025) · Volusia County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Volusia County convicted 98.7 percent of 239 drug trafficking defendants, with 0.8 percent receiving adjudication withheld and only 0.4 percent dismissed. This dismissal rate falls 2.2 percentage points below Florida's statewide average of 2.6 percent, indicating stringent prosecution standards in the Seventh Judicial Circuit.
Sentences averaged 2,997 days in prison with a median of 1,826 days; 95 percent received prison confinement. Most notably, probation averaged 2,446 days—over 6.5 years—the longest probation terms seen across trafficking cases, suggesting integrated punishment combining incarceration with extended supervision. Average fine was $124,000. Counsel representation reached 71.2 percent of cases (37.7 percent private, 33.5 percent public defenders).
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 98.7% of 239 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 239 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 | 663 | 8.2 years |
| County Jail | 21 | 8.5 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Drug Trafficking 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 | 128 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| White | 107 | 98.1% | 0.9% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 207 | 98.6% | 0.0% | 8.6 years |
| 2024 | 265 | 98.5% | 1.1% | 7.4 years |
| 2025 | 239 | 98.7% | 0.4% | 8.2 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 | First Degree | 660 |
| Felony | First Degree punishable by life | 22 |
| Felony | Life | 20 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 5 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 4 |
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 Trafficking in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 98.7% based on 239 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Trafficking in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.8% 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 Trafficking in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 8.2 years, with an average fine of $124,000 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
33.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 37.7% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Drug Trafficking in Volusia County, Florida (2025). Based on 239 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/drug-trafficking/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 · 239 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com