Resisting Officer in Santa Rosa County, Florida

890
Total Cases
73.5%
Guilty Rate
13.6%
Withheld Rate
1.0%
Dismissal Rate
8.7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 890 Resisting Officer cases in Santa Rosa County (2023-2025), 73.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 13.6% had adjudication withheld, and 1.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 8.7 months, with an average fine of $300.18. 6.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 27.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
73.5% (654)
Withheld
13.6% (121)
Diversion
9.4% (84)
Dismissed
1.0% (9)
Acquitted
0.4% (4)

Sentencing Breakdown

8.7 months
Avg Sentence
5.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 5 months
Avg Probation
$300.18
Avg Fine
4.2%
Prison Rate
43.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 383 5.5 months
State Prison Facility 37 3.4 years

Counsel Analysis

240
Public Defender
77.9% guilty · 1.7% dismissed
74
Self or Unrepresented
77.0% guilty · 2.7% dismissed
54
Private Attorney
40.7% guilty · 1.9% 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 706 74.5% 0.7%
Black 154 71.4% 1.9%

Age Distribution

5.6%
Under 21
22.1%
21-29
32.0%
30-39
24.9%
40-49
10.6%
50-59
4.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 259 77.2% 0.4% 6.6 months
2024 311 71.1% 0.3% 10.8 months
2025 320 72.8% 2.2% 8.6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 743
Felony Third Degree 121
Felony Second Degree 14
Misdemeanor Second Degree 9
Felony First Degree 3

Related Charges in Santa Rosa County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 4,733 67.7% 2.5%
Drug Possession 3,645 71.8% 0.5%
Larceny / Theft 1,802 65.0% 0.3%
Other 1,238 63.4% 3.6%
Battery 1,180 58.2% 0.7%
DUI 1,142 96.0% 1.5%
Sex Offense 482 81.7% 9.1%
Trespassing 482 83.8% 0.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Santa Rosa County?
The guilty rate is 73.5% based on 890 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa County?
The average sentence is 8.7 months, with an average fine of $300.18.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
27.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Santa Rosa 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 · 890 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026