Contempt of Court Sentencing in Dixie County
9 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Dixie County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 9 convicted Contempt of Court cases in Dixie County (2023-2025) 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 Dixie County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 9 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025 in this view, so multi-year figures are shown.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2023-2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Dixie County run 1.0 months to 2.1 months; the median is 1.0 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 9 convicted cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
| Outcome | Dixie County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 0.0% | 1.4% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 55.6% | 59.1% |
| Probation Only | 33.3% | 18.5% |
| Average Sentence | 24 days | 3.3 months |
| Average Fine | $0 | $208 |
| Average Probation | 10.6 months | 1 year, 1 months |
| Average Court Costs | $506 | $407 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 5 | 1.5 months | N/A |
See the complete picture for this charge: Contempt of Court outcomes in Dixie County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Dixie County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 537 | 1 year, 6 months | $6,409 |
| Traffic Offense | 177 | 2.6 months | $253 |
| Other | 120 | 2.3 years | $1,975 |
| Larceny / Theft | 93 | 2.2 years | $294 |
| Drug Sale | 78 | 7.0 years | $6,820 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Contempt of Court in Dixie County?
Based on 9 convicted Contempt of Court cases in Dixie County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 24 days. The statewide average is 3.3 months.
How much are fines for Contempt of Court in Dixie County?
0.0% of convicted Contempt of Court defendants in Dixie County received a fine, averaging $0. Court costs average $506 additionally.
How does Dixie County compare to statewide sentencing for Contempt of Court?
Dixie County's average sentence of 24 days compares to the statewide average of 3.3 months. The prison rate is 0.0% locally vs 1.4% statewide. The average fine is $0 locally vs $208 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Contempt of Court Sentencing in Dixie County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 9 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/contempt-of-court/dixie
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: July 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 9 Contempt of Court cases in Dixie County with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (2023-2025). "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 · 9 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated July 2026