Battery in Liberty County, Florida

68
Total Cases
51.5%
Guilty Rate
19.1%
Withheld Rate
8.8%
Dismissal Rate
10.7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 68 Battery cases in Liberty County (2023-2025), 51.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 19.1% had adjudication withheld, and 8.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 10.7 months, with an average fine of $165.38. 5.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 63.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
51.5% (35)
Withheld
19.1% (13)
Diversion
13.2% (9)
Dismissed
8.8% (6)
Acquitted
4.4% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

10.7 months
Avg Sentence
4.5 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 5 months
Avg Probation
$165.38
Avg Fine
11.8%
Prison Rate
47.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 32 5.0 months
State Prison Facility 8 2.8 years

Counsel Analysis

43
Public Defender
51.2% guilty · 11.6% 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 47 55.3% 4.3%
Black 21 42.9% 19.0%

Age Distribution

11.8%
Under 21
19.1%
21-29
33.8%
30-39
26.5%
40-49
4.4%
50-59
4.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 28 46.4% 17.9% 1 year, 4 months
2024 25 56.0% 4.0% 10.0 months
2025 15 53.3% 0.0% 2.6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 39
Felony Third Degree 26
Felony Second Degree 3

Related Charges in Liberty County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 275 69.5% 4.0%
Traffic Offense 200 50.0% 3.0%
Other 125 42.4% 19.2%
Resisting Officer 52 65.4% 11.5%
Trespassing 42 42.9% 28.6%
Larceny / Theft 34 52.9% 5.9%
Contempt of Court 23 47.8% 17.4%
Assault 18 55.6% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Liberty County?
The guilty rate is 51.5% based on 68 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Liberty County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.1% 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 Battery in Liberty County?
The average sentence is 10.7 months, with an average fine of $165.38.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
63.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.9% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Liberty 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 · 68 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026