Escape / Failure to Appear in Volusia County, Florida

33
Total Cases
72.7%
Guilty Rate
12.1%
Withheld Rate
3.0%
Dismissal Rate
3.8 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 33 Escape / Failure to Appear cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 72.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 12.1% had adjudication withheld, and 3.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.8 years. 33.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 57.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
72.7% (24)
Withheld
12.1% (4)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
3.0% (1)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.8 years
Avg Sentence
2.0 years
Median Sentence
3.9 years
Avg Probation
51.5%
Prison Rate
18.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 17 5.0 years
County Jail 6 6.7 months

Counsel Analysis

19
Public Defender
68.4% guilty · 5.3% dismissed
11
Private Attorney
81.8% 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
White 21 76.2% 0.0%
Black 12 66.7% 8.3%

Age Distribution

21.2%
Under 21
21.2%
21-29
45.5%
30-39
9.1%
40-49
0.0%
50-59
3.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 14 78.6% 0.0% 2.9 years
2024 10 70.0% 0.0% 4.8 years
2025 9 66.7% 11.1% 5.4 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 26
Felony Third Degree 7

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 Escape / Failure to Appear in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 72.7% based on 33 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Escape / Failure to Appear in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.1% 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 Escape / Failure to Appear in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 3.8 years.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
57.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 33.3% 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 · 33 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026