Battery in Bradford County, Florida
76 cases (2025) · Bradford County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Bradford County handled battery cases with the harshest outcomes in this dataset. Guilty verdicts occurred in 80.3%—the highest rate—while diversion was completely unavailable, differing sharply from the statewide average of 10.2%. Dismissals did not occur, below the statewide 2.8%. Withheld adjudication reached 19.7%, slightly above statewide 17.9%. Combined, Bradford convicted or withheld adjudication in every case, eliminating alternative pathways.
Confinement was severe: 35.5% received prison sentences and 53.9% jail time, meaning nearly 90% of defendants faced incarceration. Sentences averaged 1,352.2 days—over three and a half years—with median 270.5 days indicating variation in severity. Probation averaged 539.1 days. Public defenders represented 56.6% of defendants; only 6.6% retained private counsel.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Battery charge in Bradford County makes it in front of a judge. Of 247 prosecutor decisions on Battery charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 23.9% — below the 53.9% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 80.3% of 76 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 76 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 95 | 4.2 months |
| State Prison Facility | 67 | 5.8 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Battery sentencing in Bradford County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (2025)
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 | 53 | 71.7% | 0.0% |
| Black | 20 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 62 | 83.9% | 1.6% | 1 year, 12 months |
| 2024 | 59 | 81.4% | 0.0% | 1 year, 7 months |
| 2025 | 76 | 80.3% | 0.0% | 3.7 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 94 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 89 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 8 |
| Felony | First Degree | 5 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Bradford County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 235 | 76.2% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 154 | 88.3% | 0.6% |
| Larceny / Theft | 75 | 94.7% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 48 | 93.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 48 | 66.7% | 27.1% |
| DUI | 70 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 32 | 87.5% | 0.0% |
| Assault | 66 (2023-2025) | 66.7% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Battery in Bradford County?
The guilty rate is 80.3% based on 76 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Bradford County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.7% of cases (2025). 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 Bradford County?
The average sentence is 3.7 years, with an average fine of $97 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
56.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.6% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Battery in Bradford County, Florida (2025). Based on 76 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/battery/bradford
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Bradford 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 · 76 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com