Disorderly Conduct in Okaloosa County, Florida
79 cases (2025) · Okaloosa County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, disorderly conduct in Okaloosa County differed markedly from state norms. The guilty rate of 57.0% was substantially lower than in other counties, while withheld adjudication occurred in 27.8%—above the statewide average of 25.2%. Notably, 11.4% of cases were diverted, nearly 1.5 times the statewide average of 7.8%, suggesting this county's prosecutor prioritizes diversion programs to reduce convictions.
Defendants received average sentences of 30 days. Probation was notably longer, averaging 343 days—significantly above typical terms. Jail incarceration was rare, affecting only 1.3% of defendants. Public defender representation was minimal, which may reflect the high rate of diversion and withheld adjudication outcomes that don't require full legal representation.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Disorderly Conduct charge in Okaloosa County makes it in front of a judge. Of 161 prosecutor decisions on Disorderly Conduct charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 32.3% — in line with the 34.1% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 57.0% of 79 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 79 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 19 | 1.1 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Disorderly Conduct sentencing in Okaloosa County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (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 | 49 | 67.3% | 0.0% |
| Black | 26 | 46.2% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 74 | 56.8% | 1.4% | 1.0 months |
| 2024 | 84 | 47.6% | 0.0% | 2.0 months |
| 2025 | 79 | 57.0% | 1.3% | 1.0 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 190 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 47 |
Related Charges in Okaloosa County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,352 | 39.9% | 4.7% |
| Other | 1,311 | 24.3% | 1.2% |
| Drug Possession | 1,396 | 78.5% | 0.4% |
| Larceny / Theft | 591 | 71.1% | 0.8% |
| Resisting Officer | 460 | 67.4% | 2.4% |
| Battery | 393 | 52.2% | 1.8% |
| DUI | 197 | 95.9% | 1.0% |
| Trespassing | 326 | 77.3% | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Disorderly Conduct in Okaloosa County?
The guilty rate is 57.0% based on 79 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Disorderly Conduct in Okaloosa County?
Adjudication is withheld in 27.8% of cases (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 Disorderly Conduct in Okaloosa County?
The average sentence is 1.0 months (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
7.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 1.3% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Disorderly Conduct in Okaloosa County, Florida (2025). Based on 79 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/disorderly-conduct/okaloosa
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 · 79 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com