Traffic Offense in Volusia County, Florida

14,935
Total Cases
49.4%
Guilty Rate
34.9%
Withheld Rate
5.4%
Dismissal Rate
2.0 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 14,935 Traffic Offense cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 49.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 34.9% had adjudication withheld, and 5.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.0 months, with an average fine of $758.29. 20.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 32.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
49.4% (7,375)
Withheld
34.9% (5,219)
Diversion
10.1% (1,504)
Dismissed
5.4% (811)
Acquitted
0.1% (10)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.0 months
Avg Sentence
8 days
Median Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Avg Probation
$758.29
Avg Fine
1.1%
Prison Rate
35.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 5,289 26 days
State Prison Facility 161 3.2 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 9.0 months

Counsel Analysis

6,923
Self or Unrepresented
34.4% guilty · 9.4% dismissed
4,880
Public Defender
71.7% guilty · 2.9% dismissed
3,023
Private Attorney
46.3% guilty · 0.6% dismissed
74
Conflict Counsel
87.8% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
35
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
94.3% 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 10,079 48.9% 5.5%
Black 3,479 56.7% 4.5%
Not Available 1,046 32.1% 8.4%
Asian 143 37.8% 2.8%

Age Distribution

5.2%
Under 21
23.9%
21-29
30.1%
30-39
21.6%
40-49
11.9%
50-59
7.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 4,430 47.8% 6.1% 1.7 months
2024 5,447 47.8% 4.5% 2.2 months
2025 5,058 52.5% 5.9% 2.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 10,692
Misdemeanor First Degree 3,675
Felony Third Degree 494
NULL NULL 74

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%
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%
Fraud 1,990 65.3% 4.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Traffic Offense in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 49.4% based on 14,935 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 34.9% 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 Traffic Offense in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 2.0 months, with an average fine of $758.29.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
32.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 20.2% 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 · 14,935 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026