Arson Sentencing in Bay County
8 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Bay County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 8 convicted Arson cases in Bay County (2023-2025) to show actual sentencing outcomes — average sentence length, fines, court costs, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation. Compared to statewide averages to show how Bay County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 8 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025 in this view, so multi-year figures are shown.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2023-2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Bay County run 2.0 years to 7.0 years; the median is 5.0 years.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 8 convicted cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Fine Range (Cases With Fines)
Exhibit · Fine range, cases with fines (2023-2025)
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
| Outcome | Bay County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 50.0% | 64.2% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 12.5% | 16.7% |
| Probation Only | 37.5% | 13.5% |
| Average Sentence | 2.7 years | 5.0 years |
| Average Fine | $628 | $420 |
| Average Probation | 4.3 years | 4.9 years |
| Average Court Costs | $2,341 | $3,089 |
| Average Restitution (where ordered) | $4,207 | $58,023 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 4 | 5.3 years | $626 |
| County Jail | 1 | 11.2 months | $628 |
See the complete picture for this charge: Arson outcomes in Bay County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Bay County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 8,714 | 5.5 months | $481 |
| Traffic Offense | 6,848 | 21 days | $316 |
| Larceny / Theft | 3,057 | 5.5 months | $385 |
| Other | 2,645 | 6.9 months | $369 |
| Battery | 2,458 | 7.5 months | $521 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Arson in Bay County?
Based on 8 convicted Arson cases in Bay County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 2.7 years. The statewide average is 5.0 years.
How much are fines for Arson in Bay County?
75.0% of convicted Arson defendants in Bay County received a fine, averaging $628. Court costs average $2,341 additionally. Restitution averages $4,207 in cases where it is ordered.
How does Bay County compare to statewide sentencing for Arson?
Bay County's average sentence of 2.7 years compares to the statewide average of 5.0 years. The prison rate is 50.0% locally vs 64.2% statewide. The average fine is $628 locally vs $420 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Arson Sentencing in Bay County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 8 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/arson/bay
Sentencing data covers convicted cases (guilty and adjudication withheld). Average sentences exclude non-incarcerated cases. Data covers 2023–2025 FDLE public court records. Last updated: July 2026
Important: Sentencing outcomes vary based on criminal history, case circumstances, charge severity, plea agreements, and judicial discretion. These statistics reflect aggregate outcomes and do not predict individual sentences.
Methodology: These statistics are based on 8 Arson cases in Bay County with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (2023-2025). "Prison" = sentence exceeding 365 days; "Jail" = sentence of 1–365 days; "Probation Only" = probation imposed with no incarceration sentence. Average fines exclude cases where no fine was imposed.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 8 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated July 2026