Drug Trafficking in Baker County, Florida

In Baker County, every defendant charged with drug trafficking over this period received a guilty verdict, a stark contrast to the statewide dismissal rate of 2.5 percent. The complete absence of dismissals, withheld adjudications, diversions, and acquittals indicates an exceptionally high prosecution success rate for this charge in the county. Statewide, drug trafficking cases result in guilty verdicts roughly 96 percent of the time, but Baker County's 100 percent rate suggests either highly selective charging decisions by the local State Attorney or case compositions that differ from the statewide average.

Defendants convicted in Baker County faced substantial consequences. Nearly 91 percent received prison sentences, with an average term of 1,768 days and a median of 1,437 days, reflecting punitive sentencing practices. Average fines reached $68,750, the highest financial penalty imposed. Public defenders handled 45.5 percent of cases while private attorneys represented only 9.1 percent, indicating most defendants relied on court-appointed counsel. The remaining cases likely involved self-representation, suggesting limited private legal resources in the county for defendants facing these serious charges.

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11
Total Cases
100.0%
Guilty Rate
0.0%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
4.8 years
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
100.0% (11)
Withheld
0.0% (0)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

4.8 years
Avg Sentence
3.9 years
Median Sentence
2.2 years
Avg Probation
$68,750
Avg Fine
90.9%
Prison Rate
0.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 10 4.8 years

Counsel Analysis

5
Public Defender
100.0% 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 10 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

0.0%
Under 21
0.0%
21-29
81.8%
30-39
18.2%
40-49
0.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony First Degree 11

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 Drug Trafficking in Baker County?
The guilty rate is 100.0% based on 11 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Trafficking in Baker County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% 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 Trafficking in Baker County?
The average sentence is 4.8 years, with an average fine of $68,750.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
45.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 9.1% 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 · 11 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026