Trespassing in Volusia County, Florida

3,956
Total Cases
77.7%
Guilty Rate
16.6%
Withheld Rate
3.2%
Dismissal Rate
26 days
Avg Sentence

Based on 3,956 Trespassing cases in Volusia County (2023-2025), 77.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 16.6% had adjudication withheld, and 3.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 26 days, with an average fine of $138.51. 3.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 86.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
77.7% (3,072)
Withheld
16.6% (655)
Diversion
1.7% (69)
Dismissed
3.2% (126)
Acquitted
0.1% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

26 days
Avg Sentence
10 days
Median Sentence
1 year, 4 months
Avg Probation
$138.51
Avg Fine
0.3%
Prison Rate
87.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 3,454 23 days
State Prison Facility 10 3.1 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 1 days

Counsel Analysis

3,410
Public Defender
80.5% guilty · 2.3% dismissed
352
Self or Unrepresented
65.3% guilty · 11.9% dismissed
135
Private Attorney
36.3% guilty · 2.2% dismissed
39
Conflict Counsel
79.5% guilty · 2.6% dismissed
20
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
90.0% 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 2,831 78.0% 3.3%
Black 1,074 77.7% 2.9%
Asian 17 41.2% 5.9%
Not Available 13 53.8% 7.7%

Age Distribution

2.0%
Under 21
11.7%
21-29
24.1%
30-39
25.7%
40-49
20.0%
50-59
16.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,321 76.8% 3.4% 26 days
2024 1,365 77.4% 2.9% 28 days
2025 1,270 78.8% 3.2% 24 days

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 2,797
Misdemeanor Second Degree 1,094
Felony Third Degree 65

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%
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 Trespassing in Volusia County?
The guilty rate is 77.7% based on 3,956 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Volusia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.6% 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 Trespassing in Volusia County?
The average sentence is 26 days, with an average fine of $138.51.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
86.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.4% 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 · 3,956 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026