Resisting Officer in Liberty County, Florida

52
Total Cases
65.4%
Guilty Rate
11.5%
Withheld Rate
11.5%
Dismissal Rate
10.2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 52 Resisting Officer cases in Liberty County (2023-2025), 65.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 11.5% had adjudication withheld, and 11.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 10.2 months, with an average fine of $124.03. 1.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 40.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
65.4% (34)
Withheld
11.5% (6)
Diversion
7.7% (4)
Dismissed
11.5% (6)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

10.2 months
Avg Sentence
3.3 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 6 months
Avg Probation
$124.03
Avg Fine
13.5%
Prison Rate
63.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 33 4.4 months
State Prison Facility 7 3.1 years

Counsel Analysis

21
Public Defender
47.6% guilty · 14.3% 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 40 62.5% 15.0%
Black 12 75.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

3.8%
Under 21
13.5%
21-29
38.5%
30-39
38.5%
40-49
5.8%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 19 73.7% 10.5% 11.9 months
2024 17 70.6% 0.0% 11.5 months
2025 16 50.0% 25.0% 5.0 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 39
Felony Third Degree 13

Related Charges in Liberty County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 275 69.5% 4.0%
Traffic Offense 200 50.0% 3.0%
Other 125 42.4% 19.2%
Battery 68 51.5% 8.8%
Trespassing 42 42.9% 28.6%
Larceny / Theft 34 52.9% 5.9%
Contempt of Court 23 47.8% 17.4%
Assault 18 55.6% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Liberty County?
The guilty rate is 65.4% based on 52 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Liberty County?
Adjudication is withheld in 11.5% 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 Liberty County?
The average sentence is 10.2 months, with an average fine of $124.03.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
40.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 1.9% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Liberty 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 · 52 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026