Larceny / Theft in Volusia County, Florida
1,681 cases (2025) · Volusia County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Volusia County prosecuted 1,690 larceny cases with a 65.9% conviction rate. Adjudication withheld occurred in 17.4% of cases, slightly above statewide average, while dismissals at 2.8% and diversion at 10.5% were both above statewide norms. This outcome profile suggests moderate prosecution intensity with meaningful diversion and dismissal opportunities compared to some other counties.
Sentences showed high variation: median was just 45 days but average was over nine months, indicating some cases resolved quickly while others drew substantial terms. Probation averaged nearly 28 months. Confinement was significant—47.0% received jail time and 13.3% received prison time. The wide gap between median and average sentence lengths suggests Volusia County uses diversion and short-term jail for routine cases while reserving longer sentences for more serious circumstances.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 66.2% of 1,681 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 1,681 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 (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 2,295 | 3.8 months |
| State Prison Facility | 675 | 3.0 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Larceny / Theft sentencing in Volusia County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 66.2% based on 1,681 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.0% 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 Larceny / Theft in Volusia County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 9.4 months, with an average fine of $389 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
69.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 12.2% retain private counsel (2025).
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 | 1,147 | 66.6% | 3.0% |
| Black | 497 | 67.4% | 2.2% |
| Asian | 16 | 50.0% | 6.2% |
| Not Available | 12 | 25.0% | 16.7% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,375 | 58.8% | 4.6% | 8.7 months |
| 2024 | 1,584 | 65.6% | 3.9% | 1 year, 3 months |
| 2025 | 1,681 | 66.2% | 2.9% | 9.4 months |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 1,724 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 1,501 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 1,319 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 79 |
| Felony | First Degree | 17 |
Related Charges in Volusia County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | 9,055 | 15.6% | 52.0% |
| Drug Possession | 5,516 | 73.1% | 1.1% |
| Traffic Offense | 5,036 | 52.6% | 5.9% |
| Battery | 1,997 | 49.3% | 2.3% |
| Resisting Officer | 1,439 | 68.9% | 1.6% |
| Trespassing | 1,268 | 78.9% | 3.2% |
| Sex Offense | 577 | 86.3% | 4.3% |
| Fraud | 666 | 65.9% | 5.9% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Larceny / Theft in Volusia County, Florida (2025). Based on 1,681 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/larceny-theft/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 · 1,681 cases (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com