Assault in Baker County, Florida

82
Total Cases
76.8%
Guilty Rate
19.5%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
8.4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 82 Assault cases in Baker County (2023-2025), 76.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 19.5% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 8.4 months. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 67.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
76.8% (63)
Withheld
19.5% (16)
Diversion
3.7% (3)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

8.4 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 10 months
Avg Probation
19.5%
Prison Rate
61.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 50 2.4 months
State Prison Facility 16 2.2 years

Counsel Analysis

55
Public Defender
78.2% 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 61 77.0% 0.0%
Black 20 75.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

17.1%
Under 21
23.2%
21-29
14.6%
30-39
26.8%
40-49
9.8%
50-59
8.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 40 77.5% 0.0% 9.2 months
2024 30 76.7% 0.0% 5.8 months
2025 12 75.0% 0.0% 11.5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 36
Felony Third Degree 35
Misdemeanor First Degree 9
Felony Second Degree 2

Related Charges in Baker County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 642 72.6% 0.0%
Traffic Offense 446 73.3% 0.9%
Battery 300 62.7% 0.0%
Other 168 74.4% 0.0%
Larceny / Theft 146 80.8% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 141 82.3% 0.0%
Drug Sale 98 85.7% 0.0%
Trespassing 96 88.5% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Assault in Baker County?
The guilty rate is 76.8% based on 82 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Baker County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.5% 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 Assault in Baker County?
The average sentence is 8.4 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
67.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Baker 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 · 82 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026