Resisting Officer in Bay County, Florida

2,002
Total Cases
70.1%
Guilty Rate
13.6%
Withheld Rate
1.9%
Dismissal Rate
6.5 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 2,002 Resisting Officer cases in Bay County (2023-2025), 70.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 13.6% had adjudication withheld, and 1.9% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 6.5 months, with an average fine of $409.98. 4.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 24.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
70.1% (1,404)
Withheld
13.6% (272)
Diversion
12.0% (241)
Dismissed
1.9% (38)
Acquitted
0.2% (4)

Sentencing Breakdown

6.5 months
Avg Sentence
22 days
Median Sentence
1 year, 11 months
Avg Probation
$409.98
Avg Fine
6.9%
Prison Rate
47.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 959 2.0 months
State Prison Facility 139 3.1 years

Counsel Analysis

485
Public Defender
77.3% guilty · 1.2% dismissed
104
Self or Unrepresented
61.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
93
Private Attorney
67.7% guilty · 2.2% dismissed
14
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
92.9% 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 1,181 70.4% 1.8%
Black 730 72.2% 1.8%
Asian 13 15.4% 0.0%

Age Distribution

9.1%
Under 21
25.5%
21-29
30.0%
30-39
20.0%
40-49
10.9%
50-59
4.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 686 74.3% 1.5% 8.6 months
2024 685 69.8% 2.2% 5.0 months
2025 631 65.9% 2.1% 5.4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,623
Felony Third Degree 333
Misdemeanor Second Degree 16
Felony Second Degree 10
NULL NULL 10
Felony First Degree 8
Felony NULL 2

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%
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 Resisting Officer in Bay County?
The guilty rate is 70.1% based on 2,002 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Bay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.6% 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 Resisting Officer in Bay County?
The average sentence is 6.5 months, with an average fine of $409.98.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
24.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.6% 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 · 2,002 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026