Disorderly Conduct in Bay County, Florida

1,152
Total Cases
62.3%
Guilty Rate
17.8%
Withheld Rate
1.0%
Dismissal Rate
25 days
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,152 Disorderly Conduct cases in Bay County (2023-2025), 62.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 17.8% had adjudication withheld, and 1.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 25 days, with an average fine of $304.15. 5.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 22.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
62.3% (718)
Withheld
17.8% (205)
Diversion
18.4% (212)
Dismissed
1.0% (11)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

25 days
Avg Sentence
5 days
Median Sentence
7.5 months
Avg Probation
$304.15
Avg Fine
0.1%
Prison Rate
45.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 522 24 days
State Prison Facility 1 1 year, 6 months

Counsel Analysis

261
Public Defender
70.5% guilty · 1.9% dismissed
78
Self or Unrepresented
59.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
60
Private Attorney
45.0% guilty · 3.3% 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 820 63.7% 1.0%
Black 278 61.9% 1.1%

Age Distribution

7.9%
Under 21
23.1%
21-29
28.7%
30-39
21.8%
40-49
13.1%
50-59
5.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 387 63.8% 0.5% 25 days
2024 420 62.6% 0.5% 26 days
2025 345 60.3% 2.0% 23 days

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 942
Misdemeanor First Degree 208
NULL NULL 2

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 Disorderly Conduct in Bay County?
The guilty rate is 62.3% based on 1,152 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Disorderly Conduct in Bay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.8% 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 Disorderly Conduct in Bay County?
The average sentence is 25 days, with an average fine of $304.15.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
22.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.2% 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 · 1,152 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026