Criminal Mischief in Bay County, Florida

703
Total Cases
66.7%
Guilty Rate
17.6%
Withheld Rate
0.9%
Dismissal Rate
9.0 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 703 Criminal Mischief cases in Bay County (2023-2025), 66.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 17.6% had adjudication withheld, and 0.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 9.0 months, with an average fine of $387.82. 6.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 22.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
66.7% (469)
Withheld
17.6% (124)
Diversion
12.4% (87)
Dismissed
0.9% (6)
Acquitted
0.3% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

9.0 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 10 months
Avg Probation
$387.82
Avg Fine
8.5%
Prison Rate
34.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 241 3.1 months
State Prison Facility 60 2.7 years

Counsel Analysis

157
Public Defender
76.4% guilty · 0.6% dismissed
44
Private Attorney
68.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
27
Self or Unrepresented
66.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
8
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
87.5% 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 508 67.3% 1.0%
Black 172 68.6% 0.0%

Age Distribution

9.1%
Under 21
28.2%
21-29
30.3%
30-39
19.6%
40-49
9.8%
50-59
3.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 244 66.8% 1.2% 9.8 months
2024 212 69.8% 0.5% 9.4 months
2025 247 64.0% 0.8% 7.7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 261
Misdemeanor Second Degree 251
Felony Third Degree 191

Related Charges in Bay County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 10,278 68.5% 1.3%
Traffic Offense 7,784 49.0% 0.6%
Other 4,574 38.9% 1.6%
Larceny / Theft 3,746 63.0% 1.7%
Battery 3,286 64.0% 2.9%
DUI 2,034 97.3% 1.3%
Resisting Officer 2,002 70.1% 1.9%
Fraud 1,750 53.4% 1.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Criminal Mischief in Bay County?
The guilty rate is 66.7% based on 703 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Criminal Mischief in Bay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.6% 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 Criminal Mischief in Bay County?
The average sentence is 9.0 months, with an average fine of $387.82.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
22.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.3% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Bay 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 · 703 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026