Perjury in Okaloosa County, Florida
33 cases (2025) · Okaloosa County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, 66.7% of perjury defendants were convicted in Okaloosa County, while 18.2% received adjudication withheld—a Florida-specific outcome where judges find guilt but spare the formal conviction from the defendant's record. Dismissal occurred in 6.1% of cases, well above the state average of 1.8%, suggesting Okaloosa prosecutors may charge more selectively than peers statewide. Diversion programs resolved 9.1% of cases, higher than the statewide 5.9%, allowing some defendants to avoid conviction through program completion.
Defendants convicted in Okaloosa faced an average of 965 days of probation—nearly three years—a substantial supervised release period. Notably, only 15.1% of defendants had attorneys on record (3% private, 12.1% public defender), with the majority proceeding without recorded counsel in perjury prosecutions.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 66.7% of 33 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 33 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 | 9 | 4.3 months |
| State Prison Facility | 8 | 2.8 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Perjury sentencing in Okaloosa County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
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 | 23 | 56.5% | 4.3% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 39 | 71.8% | 5.1% | 1 year, 5 months |
| 2024 | 31 | 64.5% | 0.0% | 2.3 years |
| 2025 | 33 | 66.7% | 6.1% | 0 days |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 67 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 25 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 11 |
Related Charges in Okaloosa County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,352 | 39.9% | 4.7% |
| Other | 1,311 | 24.3% | 1.2% |
| Drug Possession | 1,396 | 78.5% | 0.4% |
| Larceny / Theft | 591 | 71.1% | 0.8% |
| Resisting Officer | 460 | 67.4% | 2.4% |
| Battery | 393 | 52.2% | 1.8% |
| DUI | 197 | 95.9% | 1.0% |
| Trespassing | 326 | 77.3% | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Perjury in Okaloosa County?
The guilty rate is 66.7% based on 33 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Perjury in Okaloosa County?
Adjudication is withheld in 18.2% 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 Perjury in Okaloosa County?
The average sentence is 0 days (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
12.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Perjury in Okaloosa County, Florida (2025). Based on 33 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/perjury/okaloosa
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 · 33 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com