Drug Trafficking in Bay County, Florida

295
Total Cases
87.8%
Guilty Rate
1.0%
Withheld Rate
7.8%
Dismissal Rate
10.2 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 295 Drug Trafficking cases in Bay County (2023-2025), 87.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 1.0% had adjudication withheld, and 7.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 10.2 years, with an average fine of $105,416. 9.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 4.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
87.8% (259)
Withheld
1.0% (3)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
7.8% (23)
Acquitted
2.4% (7)

Sentencing Breakdown

10.2 years
Avg Sentence
7.0 years
Median Sentence
4.7 years
Avg Probation
$105,416
Avg Fine
86.4%
Prison Rate
0.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 255 10.3 years
County Jail 2 4.8 months

Counsel Analysis

29
Private Attorney
86.2% guilty · 6.9% dismissed
14
Public Defender
92.9% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
9
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
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 185 90.8% 5.9%
Black 98 81.6% 11.2%

Age Distribution

3.1%
Under 21
15.6%
21-29
39.7%
30-39
28.5%
40-49
10.5%
50-59
2.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 109 94.5% 2.8% 10.0 years
2024 101 77.2% 15.8% 10.3 years
2025 85 91.8% 4.7% 10.4 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony First Degree 272
Felony Third Degree 14
NULL NULL 8
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 Trafficking in Bay County?
The guilty rate is 87.8% based on 295 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Drug Trafficking in Bay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 1.0% 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 Bay County?
The average sentence is 10.2 years, with an average fine of $105,416.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
4.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 9.8% 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 · 295 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026