Escape / Failure to Appear in Volusia County, Florida
31 cases (2023-2025) · Volusia County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Escape and failure-to-appear charges in Volusia County result in conviction 74%, with withheld adjudication in 13%, meaning 87% receive adjudication outcomes. Dismissals occur in 3.2%, well below the statewide 11%, suggesting more aggressive prosecution of these charges. No diversion programs apply.
Sentences are substantial: average 1169 days, median 670 days. Prison and jail incarceration affect 71% of defendants, with prison more frequent (52%) than jail (19%). Probation averages 1409 days, extending accountability well beyond incarceration. Counsel is fairly balanced: public defenders 55%, private attorneys 36%, reflecting mixed economic circumstances.
Figures cover 31 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 74.2% of 31 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 31 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 16 | 4.2 years |
| County Jail | 6 | 6.7 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Escape / Failure to Appear sentencing in Volusia County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 20 | 80.0% | 0.0% |
| Black | 11 | 63.6% | 9.1% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition 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 | 7 | 71.4% | 14.3% | 1 year, 4 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 24 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 7 |
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 Escape / Failure to Appear in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 74.2% based on 31 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Escape / Failure to Appear in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.9% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Escape / Failure to Appear in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 3.2 years (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
54.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 35.5% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Escape / Failure to Appear in Volusia County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 31 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/escape-failure-to-appear/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 · 31 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com