Other in Okeechobee County, Florida

803
Total Cases
61.0%
Guilty Rate
22.5%
Withheld Rate
15.7%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 803 Other cases in Okeechobee County (2023-2025), 61.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 22.5% had adjudication withheld, and 15.7% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 11 months, with an average fine of $312.91. 5.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 17.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
61.0% (490)
Withheld
22.5% (181)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
15.7% (126)
Acquitted
0.4% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence
9.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 4 months
Avg Probation
$312.91
Avg Fine
9.7%
Prison Rate
16.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 129 5.3 months
State Prison Facility 78 4.4 years

Counsel Analysis

357
Self or Unrepresented
62.2% guilty · 10.1% dismissed
142
Public Defender
73.9% guilty · 3.5% dismissed
42
Private Attorney
50.0% guilty · 7.1% 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 505 63.8% 12.1%
Black 92 57.6% 6.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native 13 46.2% 46.2%

Age Distribution

10.5%
Under 21
19.6%
21-29
26.1%
30-39
22.0%
40-49
13.0%
50-59
8.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 301 57.8% 14.3% 1 year, 6 months
2024 285 66.3% 16.5% 2.6 years
2025 217 58.5% 16.6% 1 year, 10 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Not Applicable Not Applicable 348
Felony Third Degree 178
Misdemeanor Second Degree 177
Misdemeanor First Degree 60
Felony Second Degree 35
Felony First Degree 5

Related Charges in Okeechobee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 1,805 52.8% 0.5%
Drug Possession 1,046 75.0% 8.7%
Contempt of Court 451 12.2% 87.1%
Larceny / Theft 418 77.0% 2.4%
Battery 387 69.3% 7.2%
DUI 364 98.1% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 304 77.6% 3.9%
Trespassing 202 78.2% 7.4%

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15.7% of Other cases in Okeechobee County are dismissed. If your case was dismissed, you may be eligible to have it expunged from your record.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Other in Okeechobee County?
The guilty rate is 61.0% based on 803 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Okeechobee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 22.5% 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 Other in Okeechobee County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 11 months, with an average fine of $312.91.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
17.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.2% retain private counsel.

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