Perjury in Volusia County, Florida

455
Total Cases
58.9%
Guilty Rate
37.1%
Withheld Rate
0.9%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 455 Perjury cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 58.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 37.1% had adjudication withheld, and 0.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 3 months, with an average fine of $978.00. 29.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 56.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
58.9% (268)
Withheld
37.1% (169)
Diversion
2.2% (10)
Dismissed
0.9% (4)
Acquitted
0.4% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 3 months
Avg Sentence
6.0 months
Median Sentence
2.3 years
Avg Probation
$978.00
Avg Fine
22.0%
Prison Rate
40.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 182 4.3 months
State Prison Facility 100 2.8 years

Counsel Analysis

257
Public Defender
63.4% guilty · 0.8% dismissed
135
Private Attorney
47.4% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
25
Self or Unrepresented
44.0% guilty · 8.0% dismissed
22
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
95.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
16
Conflict Counsel
56.2% 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 260 54.6% 1.5%
Black 180 66.1% 0.0%

Age Distribution

11.0%
Under 21
25.3%
21-29
27.5%
30-39
22.0%
40-49
10.8%
50-59
3.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 129 50.4% 1.6% 1 year, 2 months
2024 151 60.9% 1.3% 1 year, 3 months
2025 175 63.4% 0.0% 1 year, 3 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 386
Misdemeanor First Degree 56
Misdemeanor Second Degree 8
NULL NULL 5

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 Perjury in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 58.9% based on 455 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Perjury in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 37.1% 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 Perjury in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 3 months, with an average fine of $978.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
56.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 29.7% 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 · 455 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026