DUI in Volusia County, Florida

517
Total Cases
90.9%
Guilty Rate
2.9%
Withheld Rate
5.6%
Dismissal Rate
2.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 517 DUI cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 90.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 2.9% had adjudication withheld, and 5.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.9 months, with an average fine of $1,246. 37.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 50.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
90.9% (470)
Withheld
2.9% (15)
Diversion
0.4% (2)
Dismissed
5.6% (29)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.9 months
Avg Sentence
1.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 3 months
Avg Probation
$1,246
Avg Fine
2.3%
Prison Rate
52.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 271 2.1 months
State Prison Facility 12 1 year, 10 months

Counsel Analysis

261
Public Defender
90.4% guilty · 7.3% dismissed
194
Private Attorney
91.2% guilty · 3.1% dismissed
59
Self or Unrepresented
91.5% guilty · 6.8% 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 456 90.4% 5.7%
Black 49 93.9% 6.1%

Age Distribution

3.3%
Under 21
15.5%
21-29
27.9%
30-39
26.7%
40-49
14.7%
50-59
12.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 146 86.3% 8.9% 3.8 months
2024 178 89.9% 5.6% 1.6 months
2025 193 95.3% 3.1% 3.3 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 458
Felony Third Degree 52
Misdemeanor Second Degree 6
Misdemeanor NULL 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 DUI in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 90.9% based on 517 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 2.9% 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 DUI in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 2.9 months, with an average fine of $1,246.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
50.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 37.5% 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 · 517 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026