Drug Sale in Bay County, Florida

208
Total Cases
90.4%
Guilty Rate
4.3%
Withheld Rate
3.4%
Dismissal Rate
3.6 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 208 Drug Sale cases in Bay County (2023-2025), 90.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 4.3% had adjudication withheld, and 3.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.6 years, with an average fine of $698.19. 11.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 13.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
90.4% (188)
Withheld
4.3% (9)
Diversion
0.5% (1)
Dismissed
3.4% (7)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.6 years
Avg Sentence
3.0 years
Median Sentence
3.8 years
Avg Probation
$698.19
Avg Fine
55.8%
Prison Rate
3.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 116 3.8 years
County Jail 8 9.5 months

Counsel Analysis

28
Public Defender
67.9% guilty · 14.3% dismissed
23
Private Attorney
87.0% guilty · 4.3% 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 108 92.6% 2.8%
Black 98 88.8% 4.1%

Age Distribution

2.4%
Under 21
21.2%
21-29
34.1%
30-39
23.1%
40-49
12.5%
50-59
6.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 79 97.5% 1.3% 3.0 years
2024 65 92.3% 3.1% 3.1 years
2025 64 79.7% 6.2% 4.9 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 183
Felony Third Degree 19
Misdemeanor First Degree 3
Felony First Degree 2
Felony NULL 1

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 Drug Sale in Bay County?
The guilty rate is 90.4% based on 208 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Sale in Bay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 4.3% 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 Drug Sale in Bay County?
The average sentence is 3.6 years, with an average fine of $698.19.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
13.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.1% 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 · 208 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026