Trespassing in Bay County, Florida

1,671
Total Cases
80.7%
Guilty Rate
10.5%
Withheld Rate
1.3%
Dismissal Rate
1.1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,671 Trespassing cases in Bay County (2023-2025), 80.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 10.5% had adjudication withheld, and 1.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.1 months, with an average fine of $327.68. 1.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 26.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
80.7% (1,348)
Withheld
10.5% (176)
Diversion
6.7% (112)
Dismissed
1.3% (21)
Acquitted
0.1% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.1 months
Avg Sentence
6 days
Median Sentence
10.8 months
Avg Probation
$327.68
Avg Fine
0.4%
Prison Rate
67.8%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 1,133 25 days
State Prison Facility 7 2.9 years

Counsel Analysis

445
Public Defender
87.2% guilty · 0.7% dismissed
98
Self or Unrepresented
82.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
29
Private Attorney
69.0% guilty · 3.4% dismissed
11
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
63.6% 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 1,227 80.2% 1.1%
Black 405 84.0% 1.7%

Age Distribution

3.4%
Under 21
12.8%
21-29
24.3%
30-39
26.0%
40-49
21.3%
50-59
12.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 594 83.8% 1.7% 1.4 months
2024 584 80.5% 1.0% 26 days
2025 493 77.1% 1.0% 25 days

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 874
Misdemeanor Second Degree 780
Felony Third Degree 16
NULL NULL 1

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 Trespassing in Bay County?
The guilty rate is 80.7% based on 1,671 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Bay 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 Trespassing in Bay County?
The average sentence is 1.1 months, with an average fine of $327.68.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
26.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 1.7% 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 · 1,671 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026