Contempt of Court Sentencing in Baker County
22 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Baker County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 22 convicted Contempt of Court cases in Baker 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 Baker County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 22 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 Baker County run 1.0 months to 3.0 months; the median is 2.0 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 22 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 | Baker County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 0.0% | 1.4% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 77.3% | 59.3% |
| Probation Only | 22.7% | 18.4% |
| Average Sentence | 2.8 months | 3.3 months |
| Average Fine | $630 | $208 |
| Average Probation | 11.3 months | 1 year, 1 months |
| Average Court Costs | $667 | $408 |
| Average Restitution (where ordered) | $480 | $894 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 17 | 3.6 months | $52 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Contempt of Court cases in Baker County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 2.0 months |
| 2024 | 9 | 77.8% | 0.0% | 6.5 months |
| 2025 | 6 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 2.2 months |
Trend rows cover all Contempt of Court cases in Baker County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2023-2025 window.
See the complete picture for this charge: Contempt of Court outcomes in Baker County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Baker County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 556 | 6.0 months | $8,735 |
| Traffic Offense | 436 | 1.0 months | $436 |
| Battery | 245 | 7.1 months | $378 |
| Other | 147 | 10.5 months | $558 |
| Resisting Officer | 139 | 10.4 months | $500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Contempt of Court in Baker County?
Based on 22 convicted Contempt of Court cases in Baker County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 2.8 months. The statewide average is 3.3 months.
How much are fines for Contempt of Court in Baker County?
4.5% of convicted Contempt of Court defendants in Baker County received a fine, averaging $630. Court costs average $667 additionally. Restitution averages $480 in cases where it is ordered.
How does Baker County compare to statewide sentencing for Contempt of Court?
Baker County's average sentence of 2.8 months compares to the statewide average of 3.3 months. The prison rate is 0.0% locally vs 1.4% statewide. The average fine is $630 locally vs $208 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Contempt of Court Sentencing in Baker County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 22 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/contempt-of-court/baker
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: September 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 22 Contempt of Court cases in Baker 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 · 22 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated September 2026