Perjury in Bay County, Florida

268
Total Cases
74.3%
Guilty Rate
11.9%
Withheld Rate
2.6%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 12 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 268 Perjury cases in Bay County (2023-2025), 74.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 11.9% had adjudication withheld, and 2.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 12 months, with an average fine of $533.12. 7.5% of defendants retained private counsel while 20.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
74.3% (199)
Withheld
11.9% (32)
Diversion
9.0% (24)
Dismissed
2.6% (7)
Acquitted
0.7% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 12 months
Avg Sentence
1 year, 6 months
Median Sentence
3.0 years
Avg Probation
$533.12
Avg Fine
26.1%
Prison Rate
14.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 70 2.8 years
County Jail 39 4.1 months

Counsel Analysis

56
Public Defender
71.4% guilty · 1.8% dismissed
20
Private Attorney
80.0% guilty · 5.0% dismissed
6
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 169 79.9% 1.8%
Black 89 66.3% 4.5%

Age Distribution

9.3%
Under 21
21.3%
21-29
32.1%
30-39
23.5%
40-49
8.2%
50-59
5.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 90 83.3% 1.1% 2.3 years
2024 87 70.1% 3.4% 1 year, 10 months
2025 91 69.2% 3.3% 1 year, 5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 195
Misdemeanor First Degree 65
Misdemeanor Second Degree 8

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 Perjury in Bay County?
The guilty rate is 74.3% based on 268 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Perjury in Bay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.9% 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 Perjury in Bay County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 12 months, with an average fine of $533.12.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
20.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.5% 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 · 268 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026