Battery in Baker County, Florida

300
Total Cases
62.7%
Guilty Rate
18.7%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
7.8 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 300 Battery cases in Baker County (2023-2025), 62.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 18.7% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 7.8 months, with an average fine of $391.25. 4.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 70.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
62.7% (188)
Withheld
18.7% (56)
Diversion
6.3% (19)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
2.7% (8)

Sentencing Breakdown

7.8 months
Avg Sentence
2.6 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 5 months
Avg Probation
$391.25
Avg Fine
9.3%
Prison Rate
56.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 168 3.3 months
State Prison Facility 28 2.9 years

Counsel Analysis

211
Public Defender
69.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
12
Private Attorney
8.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
10
Self or Unrepresented
20.0% 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 217 65.4% 0.0%
Black 78 53.8% 0.0%

Age Distribution

11.0%
Under 21
24.7%
21-29
31.8%
30-39
22.7%
40-49
8.0%
50-59
1.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 116 79.3% 0.0% 8.2 months
2024 65 60.0% 0.0% 5.2 months
2025 119 47.9% 0.0% 9.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 199
Felony Third Degree 86
Felony Second Degree 10
Felony First Degree 5

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%
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%
Disorderly Conduct 93 76.3% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Baker County?
The guilty rate is 62.7% based on 300 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Baker County?
Adjudication is withheld in 18.7% 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 Battery in Baker County?
The average sentence is 7.8 months, with an average fine of $391.25.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
70.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.0% 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 · 300 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026