Fraud in Okaloosa County, Florida

693
Total Cases
69.6%
Guilty Rate
17.6%
Withheld Rate
0.7%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 6 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 693 Fraud cases in Okaloosa County (2023-2025), 69.6% resulted in a guilty finding, 17.6% had adjudication withheld, and 0.7% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $129.62. 11.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 33.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
69.6% (482)
Withheld
17.6% (122)
Diversion
11.5% (80)
Dismissed
0.7% (5)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 6 months
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
2.9 years
Avg Probation
$129.62
Avg Fine
6.9%
Prison Rate
8.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 58 4.5 months
State Prison Facility 48 2.9 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 4.0 months

Counsel Analysis

231
Public Defender
77.5% guilty · 0.4% dismissed
77
Private Attorney
50.6% guilty · 1.3% dismissed
37
Conflict Counsel
62.2% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
22
Self or Unrepresented
40.9% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
14
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
100.0% guilty · 0.0% 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 478 73.4% 0.6%
Black 187 63.1% 1.1%

Age Distribution

6.5%
Under 21
22.1%
21-29
31.0%
30-39
22.7%
40-49
13.7%
50-59
4.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 261 69.7% 0.0% 11.4 months
2024 212 69.3% 1.4% 2.3 years
2025 220 69.5% 0.9% 3.7 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 330
Misdemeanor First Degree 275
Felony Second Degree 60
Misdemeanor Second Degree 26
Felony First 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%
Battery 1,375 52.7% 1.3%
DUI 1,239 97.3% 1.2%
Trespassing 1,051 77.1% 0.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Fraud in Okaloosa County?
The guilty rate is 69.6% based on 693 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Fraud in Okaloosa County?
Adjudication is withheld in 17.6% 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 Fraud in Okaloosa County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 6 months, with an average fine of $129.62.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
33.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.1% 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 · 693 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026