Child Abuse / Neglect Sentencing in Volusia County
175 convicted cases (2025) · Volusia County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
We analyzed 175 convicted Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Volusia County (2025) to show actual sentencing outcomes — average sentence length, fines, court costs, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation. Compared to statewide averages to show how Volusia County judges sentence differently.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Volusia County run 1.0 months to 2.8 years; the median is 4.8 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 175 convicted cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Fine Range (Cases With Fines)
Exhibit · Fine range, cases with fines (2025)
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2025)
| Outcome | Volusia County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 15.4% | 29.1% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 30.9% | 21.8% |
| Probation Only | 38.9% | 37.1% |
| Average Sentence | 1 year, 6 months | 2.1 years |
| Average Fine | $500 | $360 |
| Average Probation | 2.8 years | 4.0 years |
| Average Court Costs | $456 | $786 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 154 | 3.4 months | $151 |
| State Prison Facility | 139 | 12.4 years | N/A |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Volusia County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 240 | 44.6% | 2.9% | 11.4 years |
| 2024 | 220 | 54.1% | 3.2% | 2.6 years |
| 2025 | 226 | 42.0% | 1.8% | 3.4 years |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Trend rows cover all Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Volusia County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2025 window.
See the complete picture for this charge: Child Abuse / Neglect outcomes in Volusia County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Volusia County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 14,523 | 5.3 months | $7,479 |
| Other | 12,624 | 5.8 months | $140 |
| Traffic Offense | 12,588 | 26 days | $756 |
| Battery | 4,667 | 9.0 months | $644 |
| Resisting Officer | 3,895 | 6.6 months | $409 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Child Abuse / Neglect in Volusia County?
Based on 175 convicted Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Volusia County (2025), the average sentence is 1 year, 6 months. The statewide average is 2.1 years.
How much are fines for Child Abuse / Neglect in Volusia County?
0.6% of convicted Child Abuse / Neglect defendants in Volusia County received a fine, averaging $500. Court costs average $456 additionally.
How does Volusia County compare to statewide sentencing for Child Abuse / Neglect?
Volusia County's average sentence of 1 year, 6 months compares to the statewide average of 2.1 years. The prison rate is 15.4% locally vs 29.1% statewide. The average fine is $500 locally vs $360 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Child Abuse / Neglect Sentencing in Volusia County, Florida (2025). Based on 175 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/child-abuse-neglect/volusia
Sentencing data covers convicted cases (guilty and adjudication withheld). Average sentences exclude non-incarcerated cases. Data covers 2023–2025 FDLE public court records. Last updated: September 2026
Important: Sentencing outcomes vary based on criminal history, case circumstances, charge severity, plea agreements, and judicial discretion. These statistics reflect aggregate outcomes and do not predict individual sentences.
Methodology: These statistics are based on 175 Child Abuse / Neglect cases in Volusia County with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (2025). "Prison" = sentence exceeding 365 days; "Jail" = sentence of 1–365 days; "Probation Only" = probation imposed with no incarceration sentence. Average fines exclude cases where no fine was imposed.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 175 cases · 2025 · Data last updated September 2026