Other in Bay County, Florida

4,574
Total Cases
38.9%
Guilty Rate
19.0%
Withheld Rate
1.6%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 4,574 Other cases in Bay County (2023-2025), 38.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 19.0% had adjudication withheld, and 1.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 2 months, with an average fine of $369.60. 2.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 11.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
38.9% (1,777)
Withheld
19.0% (869)
Diversion
39.7% (1,816)
Dismissed
1.6% (74)
Acquitted
0.2% (9)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 2 months
Avg Sentence
1.0 months
Median Sentence
2.8 years
Avg Probation
$369.60
Avg Fine
8.1%
Prison Rate
18.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 848 1.4 months
State Prison Facility 370 3.6 years

Counsel Analysis

544
Public Defender
73.7% guilty · 1.8% dismissed
140
Self or Unrepresented
60.0% guilty · 2.9% dismissed
123
Private Attorney
52.8% guilty · 4.1% dismissed
22
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
63.6% 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 3,186 37.3% 1.6%
Black 1,031 50.2% 1.6%
Asian 85 4.7% 1.2%

Age Distribution

26.4%
Under 21
20.0%
21-29
20.7%
30-39
15.9%
40-49
11.3%
50-59
5.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,572 39.8% 1.0% 1 year, 4 months
2024 1,629 35.9% 1.9% 1 year, 2 months
2025 1,373 41.2% 2.0% 1 year

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 1,935
NULL NULL 1,186
Felony Third Degree 699
Misdemeanor First Degree 559
Felony Second Degree 191
Felony First Degree 4

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%
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%
Trespassing 1,671 80.7% 1.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Bay County?
The guilty rate is 38.9% based on 4,574 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Bay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.0% 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 Other in Bay County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 2 months, with an average fine of $369.60.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
11.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 2.7% 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 · 4,574 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026