Assault in Bay County, Florida

515
Total Cases
68.7%
Guilty Rate
15.1%
Withheld Rate
3.5%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 515 Assault cases in Bay County (2023-2025), 68.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 15.1% had adjudication withheld, and 3.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 11 months, with an average fine of $562.46. 7.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 20.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
68.7% (354)
Withheld
15.1% (78)
Diversion
8.9% (46)
Dismissed
3.5% (18)
Acquitted
0.8% (4)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence
1 year
Median Sentence
2.1 years
Avg Probation
$562.46
Avg Fine
22.1%
Prison Rate
24.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 124 3.8 months
State Prison Facility 114 3.6 years

Counsel Analysis

103
Public Defender
81.6% guilty · 3.9% dismissed
37
Private Attorney
67.6% guilty · 5.4% dismissed
17
Self or Unrepresented
70.6% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
7
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
85.7% 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 331 71.9% 3.3%
Black 167 64.7% 3.6%

Age Distribution

7.8%
Under 21
21.7%
21-29
31.7%
30-39
19.4%
40-49
13.2%
50-59
6.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 182 67.0% 3.3% 1 year, 12 months
2024 177 70.6% 4.0% 1 year, 11 months
2025 156 68.6% 3.2% 1 year, 10 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 261
Misdemeanor Second Degree 207
Misdemeanor First Degree 24
Felony Second Degree 22
NULL NULL 1

Related Charges in Bay County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 10,278 68.5% 1.3%
Traffic Offense 7,784 49.0% 0.6%
Other 4,574 38.9% 1.6%
Larceny / Theft 3,746 63.0% 1.7%
Battery 3,286 64.0% 2.9%
DUI 2,034 97.3% 1.3%
Resisting Officer 2,002 70.1% 1.9%
Fraud 1,750 53.4% 1.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Assault in Bay County?
The guilty rate is 68.7% based on 515 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Bay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.1% 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 Bay County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 11 months, with an average fine of $562.46.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
20.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Bay 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 · 515 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026