Larceny / Theft in Baker County, Florida
35 cases (2025) · Baker County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Baker County took an exceptionally distinctive approach to larceny and theft charges: 34.3% of cases diverted to pretrial programs, more than three times the statewide 8.7% average. No cases resulted in withheld adjudication, and no dismissals occurred—all outcomes placed defendants either on conviction or into diversion. This pattern suggests Baker County's State Attorney prioritized diversion pathways, allowing defendants to avoid conviction through program completion rather than through dismissal or withheld adjudication.
Among convicted defendants, sentences were moderate: the average was 297.4 days with a median of 111 days, and probation averaged 608.7 days. Jail confinement affected 40.0% of convictions, while prison affected only 11.4%. Public defenders represented 45.7% of defendants, significantly higher than the 2.9% using private counsel, indicating limited private representation in these cases.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Larceny / Theft charge in Baker County makes it in front of a judge. Of 132 prosecutor decisions on Larceny / Theft charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 12.9% — below the 23.7% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 65.7% of 35 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 35 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 70 | 4.0 months |
| State Prison Facility | 25 | 2.3 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Larceny / Theft sentencing in Baker County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Baker County?
The guilty rate is 65.7% based on 35 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Baker County?
Adjudication is withheld in 0.0% of cases (2025). 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 Larceny / Theft in Baker County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 9.9 months (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
45.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 2.9% retain private counsel (2025).
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2025)
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 | 26 | 69.2% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 58 | 91.4% | 0.0% | 11.0 months |
| 2024 | 53 | 83.0% | 0.0% | 9.5 months |
| 2025 | 35 | 65.7% | 0.0% | 9.9 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 58 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 49 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 38 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Baker County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 167 | 68.3% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 110 | 68.2% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 116 | 49.1% | 0.0% |
| Other | 48 | 66.7% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 144 (2023-2025) | 82.6% | 0.0% |
| Drug Sale | 103 (2023-2025) | 86.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 97 (2023-2025) | 88.7% | 0.0% |
| Disorderly Conduct | 94 (2023-2025) | 75.5% | 0.0% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Larceny / Theft in Baker County, Florida (2025). Based on 35 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/larceny-theft/baker
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 · 35 cases (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com