Probation Violation in Volusia County, Florida

645
Total Cases
79.8%
Guilty Rate
12.2%
Withheld Rate
2.8%
Dismissal Rate
2.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 645 Probation Violation cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 79.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 12.2% had adjudication withheld, and 2.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.9 months. 15.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 75.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
79.8% (515)
Withheld
12.2% (79)
Diversion
4.8% (31)
Dismissed
2.8% (18)
Acquitted
0.2% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.9 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
10.7 months
Avg Probation
0.0%
Prison Rate
86.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 555 2.9 months

Counsel Analysis

486
Public Defender
83.3% guilty · 2.3% dismissed
102
Private Attorney
66.7% guilty · 2.9% dismissed
33
Self or Unrepresented
72.7% guilty · 3.0% dismissed
14
Conflict Counsel
71.4% guilty · 21.4% dismissed
10
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
80.0% 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 409 77.8% 3.7%
Black 226 83.2% 1.3%

Age Distribution

1.2%
Under 21
18.4%
21-29
36.9%
30-39
25.6%
40-49
13.3%
50-59
4.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 201 72.1% 3.5% 3.4 months
2024 275 82.9% 3.6% 2.6 months
2025 169 84.0% 0.6% 2.6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 641
NULL NULL 4

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 Probation Violation in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 79.8% based on 645 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Probation Violation in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 12.2% 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 Probation Violation in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 2.9 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
75.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 15.8% 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 · 645 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026