Disorderly Conduct in Walton County, Florida
54 cases (2025) · Walton County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Walton County resolved 54 disorderly conduct cases with a pronounced guilty conviction rate of 59.3%, the highest among comparable-sized counties. Withheld adjudication accounted for 18.5%, below the statewide 25.2%, while diversion was used in 18.5% of cases—more than double the statewide 7.8%. The 1.9% acquittal rate, unusual across Florida counties, suggests trial outcomes occasionally favor defendants in Walton.
Sentences averaged 38 days with 209 days probation, and 27.8% of defendants faced jail time—a moderately high confinement rate. Average fines were $162. Public defenders represented 38.9% of defendants, with private counsel in 18.5% of cases. The county's high conviction combined with elevated diversion suggests a bifurcated approach: conviction-oriented prosecution balanced by selective use of alternatives.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 59.3% of 54 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 54 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 | 34 | 1.4 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Disorderly Conduct sentencing in Walton County.
Counsel Analysis (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 | 39 | 59.0% | 2.6% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 41 | 31.7% | 4.9% | 1.7 months |
| 2024 | 35 | 57.1% | 5.7% | 1.1 months |
| 2025 | 54 | 59.3% | 1.9% | 1.2 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 112 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 18 |
Related Charges in Walton County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 910 | 49.2% | 2.4% |
| Other | 685 | 47.3% | 30.1% |
| Drug Possession | 441 | 73.7% | 5.0% |
| DUI | 239 | 94.6% | 4.2% |
| Larceny / Theft | 173 | 70.5% | 2.9% |
| Battery | 160 | 51.2% | 3.8% |
| Resisting Officer | 175 | 63.4% | 7.4% |
| Burglary | 46 | 69.6% | 6.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Disorderly Conduct in Walton County?
The guilty rate is 59.3% based on 54 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Disorderly Conduct in Walton County?
Adjudication is withheld in 18.5% 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 Walton County?
The average sentence is 1.2 months, with an average fine of $162 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
38.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 18.5% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Disorderly Conduct in Walton County, Florida (2025). Based on 54 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/disorderly-conduct/walton
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Walton 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 · 54 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com