Larceny / Theft in Okeechobee County, Florida
137 cases (2025) · Okeechobee County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Okeechobee County secured convictions in 85.4% of 137 larceny cases. The dismissal rate of 1.5% tracked statewide averages, but the county stood out for its near-complete absence of diversion programs—0.0% versus 8.7% statewide—meaning defendants rarely had opportunities to avoid conviction through program completion. Withheld adjudications (13.1%) were also below state norms (15.6%).
Sentences showed wide variation: an average of nearly 10 months masked a median of just two months, indicating some cases resulted in minimal confinement while others drew substantial terms. Jail confinement was common at 41.6% of cases. Average probation lasted about 19 months. Most defendants (56.9%) used public defenders.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Larceny / Theft charge in Okeechobee County makes it in front of a judge. Of 488 prosecutor decisions on Larceny / Theft charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 14.8% — below the 23.7% 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 — 85.4% of 137 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 137 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 | 163 | 3.6 months |
| State Prison Facility | 65 | 4.0 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Larceny / Theft sentencing in Okeechobee 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 | 99 | 89.9% | 1.0% |
| Black | 16 | 75.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 111 | 77.5% | 2.7% | 2.7 years |
| 2024 | 170 | 70.6% | 2.9% | 9.1 months |
| 2025 | 137 | 85.4% | 1.5% | 9.8 months |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 156 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 134 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 111 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 13 |
| Felony | First Degree | 4 |
Related Charges in Okeechobee County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 506 | 61.7% | 0.6% |
| Drug Possession | 314 | 76.1% | 8.3% |
| Other | 221 | 58.8% | 17.2% |
| Contempt of Court | 137 | 12.4% | 87.6% |
| Battery | 131 | 75.6% | 8.4% |
| DUI | 98 | 95.9% | 1.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 87 | 81.6% | 6.9% |
| Trespassing | 67 | 73.1% | 13.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Larceny / Theft in Okeechobee County?
The guilty rate is 85.4% based on 137 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Larceny / Theft in Okeechobee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.1% 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 Larceny / Theft in Okeechobee County?
The average sentence is 9.8 months, with an average fine of $370 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
56.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.1% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Larceny / Theft in Okeechobee County, Florida (2025). Based on 137 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/larceny-theft/okeechobee
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Okeechobee 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 · 137 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com