Sex Offense Sentencing in Volusia County
515 convicted cases (2025) · Volusia County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
We analyzed 515 convicted Sex Offense 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 0 year, 12 months to 12.0 years; the median is 8.0 years.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 515 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) | 42.7% | 58.6% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 14.6% | 11.0% |
| Probation Only | 38.4% | 21.9% |
| Average Sentence | 7.3 years | 8.9 years |
| Average Fine | $151 | $984 |
| Average Probation | 9.2 years | 8.7 years |
| Average Court Costs | $504 | $748 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 1,156 | 29.0 years | N/A |
| County Jail | 192 | 3.2 months | $313 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Sex Offense cases in Volusia County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 649 | 94.0% | 3.7% | 21.0 years |
| 2024 | 760 | 92.4% | 2.2% | 35.6 years |
| 2025 | 577 | 86.3% | 4.3% | 12.7 years |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Trend rows cover all Sex Offense 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: Sex Offense 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 Sex Offense in Volusia County?
Based on 515 convicted Sex Offense cases in Volusia County (2025), the average sentence is 7.3 years. The statewide average is 8.9 years.
How much are fines for Sex Offense in Volusia County?
0.6% of convicted Sex Offense defendants in Volusia County received a fine, averaging $151. Court costs average $504 additionally.
How does Volusia County compare to statewide sentencing for Sex Offense?
Volusia County's average sentence of 7.3 years compares to the statewide average of 8.9 years. The prison rate is 42.7% locally vs 58.6% statewide. The average fine is $151 locally vs $984 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Sex Offense Sentencing in Volusia County, Florida (2025). Based on 515 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/sex-offense/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 515 Sex Offense 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 · 515 cases · 2025 · Data last updated September 2026