Probation Violation in Volusia County, Florida
170 cases (2025) · Volusia County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Volusia County processed 170 probation violation cases with the harshest incarceration practice statewide. Guilty findings reached 84.7%, while dismissals were nearly absent at 0.6%—4.6 points below the statewide 5.2%. Diversion resolved 2.9% of cases, slightly above the state average of 1.9%, and 11.8% received adjudication withheld. Despite low dismissal rates, Volusia's conviction outcomes fell within normal ranges; the distinguishing factor was custody severity.
Incarceration was nearly universal. Ninety-one and two-tenths percent of defendants were jailed—the highest rate nationally—with sentences averaging only 78.4 days and a median of 52 days. This pattern suggests judges in Volusia default to custody even for brief sentences, avoiding probation or diversion alternatives. Probation averaged 330.9 days when imposed. Seventy-seven and six-tenths percent of defendants relied on public defenders.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 84.7% of 170 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 170 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 |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 558 | 2.9 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Probation Violation 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 | 98 | 83.7% | 1.0% |
| Black | 65 | 84.6% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition 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 | 170 | 84.7% | 0.6% | 2.6 months |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 642 |
| NULL | NULL | 4 |
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 Probation Violation in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 84.7% based on 170 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Probation Violation in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.8% 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 Probation Violation in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 2.6 months (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
77.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.2% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Probation Violation in Volusia County, Florida (2025). Based on 170 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/probation-violation/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 · 170 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com