Fraud in Bay County, Florida

1,750
Total Cases
53.4%
Guilty Rate
30.2%
Withheld Rate
1.5%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,750 Fraud cases in Bay County (2023-2025), 53.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 30.2% had adjudication withheld, and 1.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $365.19. 4.8% of defendants retained private counsel while 13.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
53.4% (934)
Withheld
30.2% (528)
Diversion
14.6% (256)
Dismissed
1.5% (27)
Acquitted
0.1% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence
2.1 months
Median Sentence
2.9 years
Avg Probation
$365.19
Avg Fine
11.4%
Prison Rate
22.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 390 2.2 months
State Prison Facility 199 2.9 years

Counsel Analysis

235
Public Defender
73.6% guilty · 0.9% dismissed
84
Private Attorney
56.0% guilty · 4.8% dismissed
51
Self or Unrepresented
45.1% guilty · 2.0% dismissed
23
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
82.6% 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 916 56.8% 1.2%
Black 550 56.5% 2.7%
Asian 15 6.7% 0.0%

Age Distribution

9.3%
Under 21
29.5%
21-29
29.5%
30-39
18.9%
40-49
10.2%
50-59
2.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 933 47.4% 0.6% 1 year, 3 months
2024 486 57.8% 3.7% 1 year
2025 331 63.7% 0.9% 9.8 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 955
Felony Third Degree 700
Misdemeanor Second Degree 62
Felony Second Degree 22
Felony First Degree 8
NULL NULL 3

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%
Trespassing 1,671 80.7% 1.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Fraud in Bay County?
The guilty rate is 53.4% based on 1,750 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Fraud in Bay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 30.2% 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 Fraud in Bay County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $365.19.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
13.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.8% 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 · 1,750 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026