Battery in Calhoun County, Florida

129
Total Cases
68.2%
Guilty Rate
29.5%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 129 Battery cases in Calhoun County (2023-2025), 68.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 29.5% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 5 months, with an average fine of $313.19. 6.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 51.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
68.2% (88)
Withheld
29.5% (38)
Diversion
0.8% (1)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 5 months
Avg Sentence
2.5 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 9 months
Avg Probation
$313.19
Avg Fine
13.2%
Prison Rate
43.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 56 2.9 months
State Prison Facility 17 5.3 years

Counsel Analysis

66
Public Defender
75.8% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
35
Self or Unrepresented
48.6% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
8
Private Attorney
50.0% 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 90 65.6% 0.0%
Black 34 79.4% 0.0%

Age Distribution

4.7%
Under 21
27.1%
21-29
33.3%
30-39
15.5%
40-49
14.0%
50-59
5.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 39 56.4% 0.0% 3.5 years
2024 32 65.6% 0.0% 9.4 months
2025 58 77.6% 0.0% 9.6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 94
Felony Third Degree 25
Felony Second Degree 7
Felony First Degree 3

Related Charges in Calhoun County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 341 87.1% 0.0%
Traffic Offense 275 37.5% 1.5%
Larceny / Theft 172 80.2% 0.6%
Bribery 88 89.8% 0.0%
Other 85 56.5% 2.4%
Trespassing 59 57.6% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 58 62.1% 0.0%
Assault 53 56.6% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Calhoun County?
The guilty rate is 68.2% based on 129 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Calhoun County?
Adjudication is withheld in 29.5% 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 Battery in Calhoun County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 5 months, with an average fine of $313.19.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
51.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.2% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Calhoun 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 · 129 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026