Resisting Officer in Okaloosa County, Florida

1,390
Total Cases
68.7%
Guilty Rate
20.2%
Withheld Rate
1.5%
Dismissal Rate
7.0 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,390 Resisting Officer cases in Okaloosa County (2023-2025), 68.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 20.2% had adjudication withheld, and 1.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 7.0 months, with an average fine of $216.95. 11.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 30.2% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
68.7% (955)
Withheld
20.2% (281)
Diversion
8.3% (116)
Dismissed
1.5% (21)
Acquitted
0.1% (2)

Sentencing Breakdown

7.0 months
Avg Sentence
2.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 2 months
Avg Probation
$216.95
Avg Fine
1.2%
Prison Rate
11.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 160 3.6 months
State Prison Facility 17 3.3 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 1 1.0 months

Counsel Analysis

420
Public Defender
77.1% guilty · 0.7% dismissed
154
Private Attorney
44.2% guilty · 2.6% dismissed
44
Self or Unrepresented
54.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
43
Conflict Counsel
79.1% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
34
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
88.2% guilty · 0.0% 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 912 67.3% 2.0%
Black 424 74.3% 0.7%

Age Distribution

7.4%
Under 21
23.1%
21-29
33.3%
30-39
22.5%
40-49
8.9%
50-59
4.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 472 70.8% 1.1% 3.7 months
2024 470 68.3% 1.1% 1 year, 2 months
2025 448 67.0% 2.5% 2.5 years

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,286
Felony Third Degree 77
Felony Second Degree 13
Misdemeanor Second Degree 9
Felony First Degree 2
Felony Life 2
Misdemeanor NULL 1

Related Charges in Okaloosa County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 6,224 37.4% 2.7%
Other 5,019 21.2% 1.7%
Drug Possession 4,659 76.3% 0.4%
Larceny / Theft 1,807 69.7% 0.9%
Battery 1,375 52.7% 1.3%
DUI 1,239 97.3% 1.2%
Trespassing 1,051 77.1% 0.6%
Sex Offense 816 90.7% 3.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Resisting Officer in Okaloosa County?
The guilty rate is 68.7% based on 1,390 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Okaloosa County?
Adjudication is withheld in 20.2% 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 Resisting Officer in Okaloosa County?
The average sentence is 7.0 months, with an average fine of $216.95.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
30.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.1% retain private counsel.

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 · 1,390 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026