Intimidation / Threats in Santa Rosa County, Florida
59 cases (2023-2025) · Santa Rosa County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Intimidation and threats charges in Santa Rosa County result in guilty verdicts at a notably high rate of 83.1 percent, well above the pattern seen statewide across nearly 6,000 similar cases. The county's withheld adjudication rate of 6.8 percent falls substantially below the statewide average of 12.2 percent, meaning judges here are less likely to spare defendants a formal conviction record. Dismissals occur in only 1.7 percent of cases, slightly lower than the statewide rate of 2.3 percent. This conviction-focused outcome suggests the Santa Rosa County State Attorney prioritizes prosecution of these charges and judges apply them strictly.
Sentences in Santa Rosa County are substantial: the average term spans 1,420 days with a median of 765 days, paired with an average probation requirement of nearly 905 days. Nearly half of convicted defendants receive prison time, while 22 percent are confined to jail. Fines average around $400. Public defenders represent 32.2 percent of defendants, while only 10.2 percent retained private counsel, indicating most defendants charged lack resources for independent legal representation.
Figures cover 59 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Intimidation / Threats charge in Santa Rosa County makes it in front of a judge. Of 63 prosecutor decisions on Intimidation / Threats charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 33.3% — in line with the 31.4% 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 (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 83.1% of 59 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 59 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 27 | 5.5 years |
| County Jail | 13 | 6.6 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Intimidation / Threats sentencing in Santa Rosa County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 48 | 81.2% | 2.1% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 20 | 85.0% | 0.0% | 4.0 years |
| 2024 | 14 | 92.9% | 0.0% | 2.0 years |
| 2025 | 25 | 76.0% | 4.0% | 5.7 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Second Degree | 26 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 15 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 13 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 5 |
Related Charges in Santa Rosa County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,307 | 60.4% | 4.9% |
| Drug Possession | 961 | 74.1% | 0.4% |
| Larceny / Theft | 545 | 64.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 386 | 67.4% | 6.7% |
| Battery | 410 | 55.9% | 0.7% |
| DUI | 397 | 93.7% | 1.8% |
| Resisting Officer | 317 | 74.4% | 2.2% |
| Sex Offense | 157 | 80.3% | 12.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Intimidation / Threats in Santa Rosa County?
The guilty rate is 83.1% based on 59 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Intimidation / Threats in Santa Rosa County?
Adjudication is withheld in 6.8% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Intimidation / Threats in Santa Rosa County?
The average sentence is 3.9 years, with an average fine of $400 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
32.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 10.2% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Intimidation / Threats in Santa Rosa County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 59 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/intimidation-threats/santa-rosa
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Santa Rosa 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 · 59 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com