Contempt of Court in Baker County, Florida

21
Total Cases
90.5%
Guilty Rate
9.5%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
3.1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 21 Contempt of Court cases in Baker County (2023-2025), 90.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 9.5% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.1 months. 9.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 61.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
90.5% (19)
Withheld
9.5% (2)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.1 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
11.3 months
Avg Probation
0.0%
Prison Rate
76.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 16 3.1 months

Counsel Analysis

13
Public Defender
84.6% 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 19 89.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
23.8%
21-29
38.1%
30-39
28.6%
40-49
9.5%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 7 100.0% 0.0% 2.0 months
2024 8 75.0% 0.0% 5.4 months
2025 6 100.0% 0.0% 2.2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 20
Misdemeanor Second Degree 1

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 Contempt of Court in Baker County?
The guilty rate is 90.5% based on 21 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Contempt of Court in Baker County?
Adjudication is withheld in 9.5% 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 Contempt of Court in Baker County?
The average sentence is 3.1 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
61.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 9.5% 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 · 21 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026