Traffic Offense in Volusia County, Florida
5,037 cases (2025) · Volusia County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, traffic offense defendants in Volusia County experienced markedly favorable outcomes compared to the statewide average. Guilty verdicts reached 52.6%, with 31.0% receiving withheld adjudication—rates aligned with statewide norms. Diversion programs resolved 10.3% of cases, significantly exceeding the statewide average of 6.4%, and dismissals reached 5.9% versus 4.0% statewide, suggesting Volusia's State Attorney prioritizes alternative resolution.
Defendants who faced sentencing averaged 63.5 days in jail—the lowest among comparable counties—with a median of 9 days. Probation averaged 361 days and fines averaged $775.63, indicating financial penalties often substituted for confinement. Jail time applied to 35.9% of cases while prison remained rare at 1.2%. Counsel representation reached 57.2%, with 22% having private attorneys and 35.2% public defenders.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 52.6% of 5,037 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 5,037 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 | 5,314 | 26 days |
| State Prison Facility | 162 | 3.2 years |
| Confined to Other Diversionary Facility | 1 | 9.0 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Traffic Offense 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 | 3,418 | 51.8% | 6.0% |
| Black | 1,231 | 59.5% | 4.9% |
| Not Available | 284 | 34.9% | 9.5% |
| Asian | 45 | 42.2% | 6.7% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4,429 | 47.8% | 6.1% | 1.7 months |
| 2024 | 5,446 | 47.8% | 4.5% | 2.2 months |
| 2025 | 5,037 | 52.6% | 5.9% | 2.1 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 | Second Degree | 10,681 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 3,668 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 492 |
| NULL | NULL | 71 |
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% |
| 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% |
| Fraud | 666 | 65.9% | 5.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Traffic Offense in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 52.6% based on 5,037 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 31.0% 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 Traffic Offense in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 2.1 months, with an average fine of $776 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
35.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 22.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Traffic Offense in Volusia County, Florida (2025). Based on 5,037 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/traffic-offense/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 · 5,037 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com