Resisting Officer in Volusia County, Florida

4,313
Total Cases
67.1%
Guilty Rate
23.5%
Withheld Rate
2.3%
Dismissal Rate
8.5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 4,313 Resisting Officer cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 67.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 23.5% had adjudication withheld, and 2.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 8.5 months, with an average fine of $409.17. 18.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 70.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
67.1% (2,892)
Withheld
23.5% (1,014)
Diversion
5.6% (242)
Dismissed
2.3% (100)
Acquitted
0.3% (12)

Sentencing Breakdown

8.5 months
Avg Sentence
28 days
Median Sentence
1 year, 10 months
Avg Probation
$409.17
Avg Fine
5.6%
Prison Rate
70.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 3,038 6.0 months
State Prison Facility 240 3.4 years

Counsel Analysis

3,018
Public Defender
72.8% guilty · 2.3% dismissed
779
Private Attorney
53.0% guilty · 1.8% dismissed
355
Self or Unrepresented
42.3% guilty · 4.5% dismissed
89
Conflict Counsel
77.5% guilty · 1.1% dismissed
72
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
88.9% 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 2,579 63.7% 2.8%
Black 1,624 73.8% 1.5%
Not Available 36 55.6% 2.8%
Asian 30 33.3% 6.7%

Age Distribution

7.8%
Under 21
22.8%
21-29
33.0%
30-39
20.9%
40-49
10.7%
50-59
4.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,380 63.8% 2.9% 11.3 months
2024 1,474 69.2% 2.5% 9.7 months
2025 1,459 68.0% 1.6% 4.5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 3,667
Felony Third Degree 525
Felony Second Degree 69
Felony First Degree 27
Misdemeanor Second Degree 17
Felony First Degree punishable by life 5
Felony Life 2
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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%
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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 67.1% based on 4,313 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 23.5% 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 Resisting Officer in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 8.5 months, with an average fine of $409.17.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
70.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 18.1% 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 · 4,313 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026