Other in Walton County, Florida

2,407
Total Cases
47.7%
Guilty Rate
5.9%
Withheld Rate
20.8%
Dismissal Rate
2.0 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 2,407 Other cases in Walton County (2023-2025), 47.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 5.9% had adjudication withheld, and 20.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.0 years, with an average fine of $578.67. 4.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 7.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
47.7% (1,148)
Withheld
5.9% (143)
Diversion
25.3% (609)
Dismissed
20.8% (501)
Acquitted
0.1% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.0 years
Avg Sentence
0 year, 12 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 10 months
Avg Probation
$578.67
Avg Fine
3.5%
Prison Rate
4.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 105 5.0 months
State Prison Facility 85 4.0 years

Counsel Analysis

548
Self or Unrepresented
14.6% guilty · 0.7% dismissed
175
Public Defender
71.4% guilty · 11.4% dismissed
105
Private Attorney
12.4% guilty · 5.7% 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 1,425 39.1% 24.3%
Black 254 53.1% 26.0%
Asian 21 14.3% 9.5%

Age Distribution

21.3%
Under 21
23.5%
21-29
25.6%
30-39
16.7%
40-49
9.1%
50-59
3.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 802 42.0% 17.0% 1 year, 9 months
2024 917 53.0% 17.3% 2.5 years
2025 688 47.2% 29.9% 1 year, 11 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Not Applicable Not Applicable 1,326
Misdemeanor Second Degree 725
Felony Third Degree 203
Misdemeanor First Degree 89
Felony Second Degree 58
Felony First Degree 5
Not Applicable NULL 1

Related Charges in Walton County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 3,123 47.4% 2.0%
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%
Burglary 225 71.1% 14.2%

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20.8% of Other cases in Walton 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 Walton County?
The guilty rate is 47.7% based on 2,407 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Other in Walton County?
Adjudication is withheld in 5.9% 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 Walton County?
The average sentence is 2.0 years, with an average fine of $578.67.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
7.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.4% 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 · 2,407 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026