Battery in Liberty County, Florida
70 cases (2023-2025) · Liberty County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
From 2023 to 2025, battery cases in Liberty County recorded the lowest conviction rate—51%—and the highest dismissal rate at 10%, far exceeding the statewide average of 3%. Withheld adjudications occurred in 19%, and diversion completions in 13%. Acquittals reached 4%, the highest observed. This pattern reflects the most defendant-favorable outcomes in battery prosecution across all counties reviewed, suggesting Liberty's State Attorney declines weak cases and encourages alternative resolutions.
Median sentences were minimal at 136 days, and prison was imposed in only 11% of convictions—the lowest rate. Jail prevailed in 46%, and probation averaged 16 months. Public defenders represented 63% of defendants.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Figures cover 70 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 51.4% of 70 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 70 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 32 | 4.8 months |
| State Prison Facility | 8 | 2.8 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Battery sentencing in Liberty County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Battery in Liberty County?
The guilty rate is 51.4% based on 70 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Liberty County?
Adjudication is withheld in 18.6% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Liberty County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 10.6 months, with an average fine of $163 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
62.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.7% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 49 | 55.1% | 6.1% |
| Black | 21 | 42.9% | 19.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 28 | 46.4% | 17.9% | 1 year, 3 months |
| 2024 | 25 | 56.0% | 4.0% | 10.0 months |
| 2025 | 17 | 52.9% | 5.9% | 2.5 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 40 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 27 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 3 |
Related Charges in Liberty County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 90 | 71.1% | 2.2% |
| Traffic Offense | 64 | 57.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 40 | 50.0% | 20.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 52 (2023-2025) | 65.4% | 11.5% |
| Trespassing | 42 (2023-2025) | 42.9% | 28.6% |
| Larceny / Theft | 33 (2023-2025) | 51.5% | 6.1% |
| Contempt of Court | 23 (2023-2025) | 47.8% | 17.4% |
| Assault | 18 (2023-2025) | 55.6% | 0.0% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Battery in Liberty County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 70 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/battery/liberty
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 · 70 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com