Burglary in Baker County, Florida

Burglary cases in Baker County result in guilty verdicts at a strikingly high rate of 94.1 percent, with the remaining 5.9 percent ending in adjudication withheld. This stands in sharp contrast to statewide patterns: Florida's burglary cases see dismissals in 1.5 percent of cases, while Baker County has zero dismissals. The withheld adjudication rate here is also substantially lower than the statewide average of 12.9 percent, and Baker County uses pretrial diversion in none of its burglary cases despite a statewide average of 2.1 percent. The data suggests that the local State Attorney's office pursues burglary charges aggressively and rarely accepts alternatives to prosecution.

Defendants convicted of burglary in Baker County face confinement in just over half of cases, with 55.9 percent receiving prison sentences and 32.4 percent receiving jail time. The average sentence length is 712 days, with probation periods averaging over three years. Over half of defendants, 52.9 percent, relied on public defenders, indicating limited resources to mount private defense.

0.0% of Burglary cases in Baker County are dismissed, and 5.9% receive adjudication withheld. An attorney can review your situation — free, no obligation.

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34
Total Cases
94.1%
Guilty Rate
5.9%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 12 months
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
94.1% (32)
Withheld
5.9% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 12 months
Avg Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Median Sentence
3.1 years
Avg Probation
55.9%
Prison Rate
32.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 19 2.6 years
County Jail 11 10.6 months

Counsel Analysis

18
Public Defender
88.9% 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 32 96.9% 0.0%

Age Distribution

26.5%
Under 21
14.7%
21-29
32.4%
30-39
11.8%
40-49
14.7%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 17 94.1% 0.0% 2.3 years
2024 6 100.0% 0.0% 1 year, 4 months
2025 11 90.9% 0.0% 1 year, 9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 24
Felony Second Degree 7
Felony First Degree 3

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%
Battery 300 62.7% 0.0%
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%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Burglary in Baker County?
The guilty rate is 94.1% based on 34 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Burglary in Baker County?
Adjudication is withheld in 5.9% 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 Burglary in Baker County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 12 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
52.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% 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 · 34 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026