Other in Volusia County, Florida

26,889
Total Cases
15.9%
Guilty Rate
31.1%
Withheld Rate
51.3%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 6 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 26,889 Other cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 15.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 31.1% had adjudication withheld, and 51.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $140.06. 17.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 21.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
15.9% (4,264)
Withheld
31.1% (8,370)
Diversion
1.4% (378)
Dismissed
51.3% (13,795)
Acquitted
0.0% (10)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 6 months
Avg Sentence
26 days
Median Sentence
3.1 years
Avg Probation
$140.06
Avg Fine
3.8%
Prison Rate
10.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 2,859 1.5 months
State Prison Facility 1,030 5.4 years

Counsel Analysis

15,894
Self or Unrepresented
7.3% guilty · 52.0% dismissed
5,872
Public Defender
36.0% guilty · 47.2% dismissed
4,824
Private Attorney
16.0% guilty · 56.5% dismissed
170
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
76.5% guilty · 1.8% dismissed
128
Conflict Counsel
69.5% guilty · 17.2% 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 18,272 15.1% 50.6%
Black 6,172 22.2% 51.1%
Not Available 1,791 4.4% 59.0%
Asian 356 8.7% 53.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native 30 16.7% 40.0%

Age Distribution

8.9%
Under 21
26.7%
21-29
26.6%
30-39
17.7%
40-49
11.6%
50-59
8.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 8,209 15.8% 49.6% 1 year, 10 months
2024 9,613 16.1% 52.3% 1 year, 10 months
2025 9,067 15.7% 51.8% 11.5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 21,084
Felony Third Degree 1,687
Misdemeanor Second Degree 1,616
Infraction Not Applicable 1,184
Misdemeanor First Degree 723
Felony Second Degree 404
County Not Applicable 106
Local Not Applicable 61
Felony First Degree 24

Related Charges in Volusia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
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%
Fraud 1,990 65.3% 4.6%

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51.3% of Other cases in Volusia County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 15.9% based on 26,889 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 31.1% 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 Other in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $140.06.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
21.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 17.9% 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 · 26,889 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026