Battery in Okaloosa County, Florida

1,375
Total Cases
52.7%
Guilty Rate
20.4%
Withheld Rate
1.3%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,375 Battery cases in Okaloosa County (2023-2025), 52.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 20.4% had adjudication withheld, and 1.3% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $133.71. 17.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 26.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
52.7% (725)
Withheld
20.4% (281)
Diversion
22.7% (312)
Dismissed
1.3% (18)
Acquitted
0.2% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 7 months
Avg Sentence
9.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Avg Probation
$133.71
Avg Fine
5.0%
Prison Rate
8.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 120 5.9 months
State Prison Facility 69 3.4 years

Counsel Analysis

368
Public Defender
64.9% guilty · 0.8% dismissed
239
Private Attorney
20.5% guilty · 2.1% dismissed
62
Conflict Counsel
79.0% guilty · 1.6% dismissed
44
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
77.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
38
Self or Unrepresented
34.2% guilty · 5.3% 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 941 48.4% 1.3%
Black 355 67.3% 1.1%
Not Available 21 38.1% 0.0%
Asian 10 40.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

7.9%
Under 21
22.8%
21-29
32.0%
30-39
21.0%
40-49
9.8%
50-59
6.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 477 54.1% 1.0% 1 year, 6 months
2024 507 52.7% 1.2% 1 year, 5 months
2025 391 51.2% 1.8% 3.7 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 871
Felony Third Degree 433
Felony Second Degree 55
Felony First Degree 14
Misdemeanor Second Degree 2

Related Charges in Okaloosa County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 6,224 37.4% 2.7%
Other 5,019 21.2% 1.7%
Drug Possession 4,659 76.3% 0.4%
Larceny / Theft 1,807 69.7% 0.9%
Resisting Officer 1,390 68.7% 1.5%
DUI 1,239 97.3% 1.2%
Trespassing 1,051 77.1% 0.6%
Sex Offense 816 90.7% 3.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Okaloosa County?
The guilty rate is 52.7% based on 1,375 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Okaloosa County?
Adjudication is withheld in 20.4% 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 Battery in Okaloosa County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 7 months, with an average fine of $133.71.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
26.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 17.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Okaloosa 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 · 1,375 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026