Weapons Offense in Baker County, Florida
38 cases (2023-2025) · Baker County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Weapons offenses in Baker County result in guilty verdicts in 94.7 percent of cases, with no dismissals or diversion programs, far exceeding statewide patterns. Statewide, 1.4 percent of weapons cases end in dismissal and 3.3 percent are diverted; Baker County offers neither option. The 5.3 percent rate of adjudication withheld falls notably short of the statewide 10.8 percent average. This county's prosecutorial approach emphasizes conviction over alternative resolutions in weapons cases.
Confinement follows predictably harsh outcomes: 52.6 percent of defendants receive prison sentences while 39.5 percent receive jail time. Average sentences exceed 690 days, though median sentences of 426 days suggest some variation. Public defenders handle 57.9 percent of cases. Probation averages over two years, and mandatory fines average $750.
Figures cover 38 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 94.7% of 38 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 38 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 20 | 3.0 years |
| County Jail | 15 | 4.3 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Weapons Offense sentencing in Baker County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 23 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Black | 15 | 86.7% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 18 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 8 months |
| 2024 | 7 | 85.7% | 0.0% | 1 year |
| 2025 | 13 | 92.3% | 0.0% | 2.8 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 26 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 8 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 4 |
Related Charges in Baker County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 171 | 64.9% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 110 | 68.2% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 115 | 50.4% | 0.0% |
| Other | 48 | 66.7% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 35 | 65.7% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 141 (2023-2025) | 81.6% | 0.0% |
| Drug Sale | 101 (2023-2025) | 86.1% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 97 (2023-2025) | 88.7% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Weapons Offense in Baker County?
The guilty rate is 94.7% based on 38 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Weapons Offense in Baker County?
Adjudication is withheld in 5.3% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Weapons Offense in Baker County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 11 months, with an average fine of $750 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
57.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Weapons Offense in Baker County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 38 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/weapons-offense/baker
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Baker 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 · 38 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com