Escape / Failure to Appear in Walton County, Florida

70
Total Cases
81.4%
Guilty Rate
5.7%
Withheld Rate
11.4%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 70 Escape / Failure to Appear cases in Walton County (2023-2025), 81.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 5.7% had adjudication withheld, and 11.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $296.41. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 4.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
81.4% (57)
Withheld
5.7% (4)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
11.4% (8)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 4 months
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
2.9 years
Avg Probation
$296.41
Avg Fine
21.4%
Prison Rate
45.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 32 8.3 months
State Prison Facility 15 2.8 years

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 54 79.6% 11.1%
Black 10 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

1.4%
Under 21
18.6%
21-29
41.4%
30-39
24.3%
40-49
11.4%
50-59
2.9%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 26 84.6% 11.5% 1 year, 5 months
2024 18 66.7% 22.2% 1 year, 7 months
2025 26 88.5% 3.8% 1 year, 2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 63
Misdemeanor First Degree 6
Felony Second Degree 1

Related Charges in Walton County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 3,123 47.4% 2.0%
Other 2,407 47.7% 20.8%
Drug Possession 1,336 72.1% 5.9%
DUI 620 95.6% 3.4%
Larceny / Theft 555 69.5% 4.1%
Battery 524 52.7% 7.4%
Resisting Officer 400 61.5% 7.5%
Sex Offense 230 70.0% 15.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Escape / Failure to Appear in Walton County?
The guilty rate is 81.4% based on 70 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Escape / Failure to Appear in Walton County?
Adjudication is withheld in 5.7% 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 Escape / Failure to Appear in Walton County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 4 months, with an average fine of $296.41.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
4.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

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 · 70 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026