Resisting Officer in Escambia County, Florida

1,700
Total Cases
77.1%
Guilty Rate
10.5%
Withheld Rate
6.4%
Dismissal Rate
8.7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,700 Resisting Officer cases in Escambia County (2023-2025), 77.1% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.5% had adjudication withheld, and 6.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 8.7 months, with an average fine of $341.99. 0.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 8.1% used a public defender.

Facing Resisting Officer charges in Escambia County?

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
77.1% (1,311)
Withheld
10.5% (179)
Diversion
3.8% (65)
Dismissed
6.4% (108)
Acquitted
0.8% (14)

Sentencing Breakdown

8.7 months
Avg Sentence
4.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 5 months
Avg Probation
$341.99
Avg Fine
2.3%
Prison Rate
24.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 419 6.3 months
State Prison Facility 39 2.8 years

Counsel Analysis

729
Self or Unrepresented
80.7% guilty · 3.8% dismissed
640
Other
78.0% guilty · 7.0% dismissed
137
Public Defender
75.9% guilty · 8.0% dismissed
19
Conflict Counsel
73.7% guilty · 10.5% dismissed
11
Private Attorney
90.9% guilty · 9.1% 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
Black 956 78.8% 5.9%
White 687 75.4% 7.0%

Age Distribution

8.8%
Under 21
26.8%
21-29
32.9%
30-39
20.1%
40-49
8.8%
50-59
2.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 505 80.6% 6.7% 1 year, 3 months
2024 552 78.6% 4.2% 7.9 months
2025 643 73.1% 7.9% 7.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 823
NULL NULL 722
Felony Third Degree 118
Felony First Degree 17
Felony Second Degree 11
Misdemeanor Second Degree 9

Related Charges in Escambia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 8,937 54.7% 16.0%
Drug Possession 6,479 74.5% 4.8%
Larceny / Theft 5,240 70.7% 6.8%
Other 4,132 36.0% 5.9%
Battery 2,484 61.5% 12.7%
Trespassing 1,919 84.7% 5.5%
Fraud 1,552 52.1% 26.3%
DUI 1,374 90.6% 6.6%

Need a Defense Attorney in Escambia County?

Get matched with a local attorney who handles Resisting Officer cases. Free, confidential, no obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 77.1% based on 1,700 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.5% 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 Resisting Officer in Escambia County?
The average sentence is 8.7 months, with an average fine of $341.99.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
8.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Escambia 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 · 1,700 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026