Probation Violation in Bay County, Florida

307
Total Cases
88.6%
Guilty Rate
7.5%
Withheld Rate
0.7%
Dismissal Rate
2.7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 307 Probation Violation cases in Bay County (2023-2025), 88.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 7.5% had adjudication withheld, and 0.7% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.7 months, with an average fine of $352.74. 3.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 37.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
88.6% (272)
Withheld
7.5% (23)
Diversion
3.3% (10)
Dismissed
0.7% (2)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.7 months
Avg Sentence
1.6 months
Median Sentence
12.0 months
Avg Probation
$352.74
Avg Fine
0.0%
Prison Rate
76.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 234 2.7 months

Counsel Analysis

115
Public Defender
90.4% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
10
Private Attorney
80.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
9
Self or Unrepresented
100.0% guilty · 0.0% 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 220 87.3% 0.5%
Black 85 91.8% 1.2%

Age Distribution

2.9%
Under 21
19.2%
21-29
36.8%
30-39
25.7%
40-49
13.7%
50-59
1.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 95 90.5% 2.1% 3.5 months
2024 53 86.8% 0.0% 3.1 months
2025 159 88.1% 0.0% 2.0 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 289
NULL NULL 18

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 Probation Violation in Bay County?
The guilty rate is 88.6% based on 307 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Probation Violation in Bay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 7.5% 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 Probation Violation in Bay County?
The average sentence is 2.7 months, with an average fine of $352.74.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
37.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.3% 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 · 307 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026