Battery in Okeechobee County, Florida

387
Total Cases
69.3%
Guilty Rate
20.9%
Withheld Rate
7.2%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 387 Battery cases in Okeechobee County (2023-2025), 69.3% resulted in a guilty finding, 20.9% had adjudication withheld, and 7.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $832.14. 14.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 58.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
69.3% (268)
Withheld
20.9% (81)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
7.2% (28)
Acquitted
1.6% (6)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence
6.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 5 months
Avg Probation
$832.14
Avg Fine
13.2%
Prison Rate
40.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 157 4.8 months
State Prison Facility 51 4.1 years

Counsel Analysis

225
Public Defender
74.7% guilty · 7.1% dismissed
54
Private Attorney
57.4% guilty · 11.1% dismissed
15
Self or Unrepresented
66.7% guilty · 33.3% 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 240 68.8% 8.3%
Black 77 72.7% 1.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native 10 70.0% 10.0%

Age Distribution

15.8%
Under 21
22.0%
21-29
32.0%
30-39
13.7%
40-49
8.3%
50-59
8.3%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 122 66.4% 4.1% 8.5 months
2024 134 66.4% 9.0% 1 year, 4 months
2025 131 74.8% 8.4% 1 year, 10 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 238
Felony Third Degree 122
Felony Second Degree 19
Felony First Degree 8

Related Charges in Okeechobee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,805 52.8% 0.5%
Drug Possession 1,046 75.0% 8.7%
Other 803 61.0% 15.7%
Contempt of Court 451 12.2% 87.1%
Larceny / Theft 418 77.0% 2.4%
DUI 364 98.1% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 304 77.6% 3.9%
Trespassing 202 78.2% 7.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Okeechobee County?
The guilty rate is 69.3% based on 387 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Okeechobee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 20.9% 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 Okeechobee County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $832.14.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
58.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 14.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Okeechobee 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 · 387 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026