Homicide in Volusia County, Florida
67 cases (2025) · Volusia County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Volusia County pursued homicide convictions with near-total success. Of 67 cases, 92.5% resulted in guilty verdicts, with zero acquittals or dismissals. No defendants received withheld adjudication or diversion. Volusia's conviction rate exceeded even Lee County's, suggesting either extraordinarily strong case selection or a judicial system with exceptional alignment to prosecution priorities. This represents the most prosecutorial outcome pattern observed among the largest Florida counties.
Sentences were the longest examined. Average sentences reached 7,627 days (20+ years) with a median of 5,479 days. Probation averaged 3,530 days—far exceeding other counties. About 80.6% received prison time. Fines averaged $3,000, the highest observed. This pattern reflects a philosophy of maximum incapacitation and financial accountability for homicide defendants, with sentences substantially exceeding national medians and peer counties.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 92.5% of 67 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 67 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 | 174 | 14.8 years |
| County Jail | 4 | 0 year, 12 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Homicide 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 33 | 84.8% | 0.0% |
| Black | 33 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 78 | 92.3% | 0.0% | 19.5 years |
| 2024 | 60 | 88.3% | 5.0% | 20.6 years |
| 2025 | 67 | 92.5% | 0.0% | 20.9 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 62 |
| Felony | Life | 53 |
| Felony | First Degree | 49 |
| Felony | Capital | 22 |
| Felony | First Degree punishable by life | 11 |
| NULL | NULL | 8 |
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 Homicide in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 92.5% based on 67 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Homicide in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Homicide in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 20.9 years, with an average fine of $3,000 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
23.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 43.3% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Homicide in Volusia County, Florida (2025). Based on 67 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/homicide/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 · 67 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com