Stalking in Bay County, Florida

160
Total Cases
67.5%
Guilty Rate
13.8%
Withheld Rate
2.5%
Dismissal Rate
8.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 160 Stalking cases in Bay County (2023-2025), 67.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 13.8% had adjudication withheld, and 2.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 8.9 months, with an average fine of $482.03. 10.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 25.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
67.5% (108)
Withheld
13.8% (22)
Diversion
11.9% (19)
Dismissed
2.5% (4)
Acquitted
0.6% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

8.9 months
Avg Sentence
2.5 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 8 months
Avg Probation
$482.03
Avg Fine
7.5%
Prison Rate
30.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 49 2.6 months
State Prison Facility 12 2.8 years

Counsel Analysis

40
Public Defender
60.0% guilty · 7.5% dismissed
17
Private Attorney
52.9% guilty · 5.9% dismissed
12
Self or Unrepresented
100.0% 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 125 68.8% 2.4%
Black 32 65.6% 0.0%

Age Distribution

4.4%
Under 21
26.9%
21-29
23.8%
30-39
21.9%
40-49
15.6%
50-59
7.5%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 56 66.1% 0.0% 8.5 months
2024 51 72.5% 5.9% 0 year, 12 months
2025 53 64.2% 1.9% 4.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 121
Felony Third Degree 39

Related Charges in Bay County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 10,278 68.5% 1.3%
Traffic Offense 7,784 49.0% 0.6%
Other 4,574 38.9% 1.6%
Larceny / Theft 3,746 63.0% 1.7%
Battery 3,286 64.0% 2.9%
DUI 2,034 97.3% 1.3%
Resisting Officer 2,002 70.1% 1.9%
Fraud 1,750 53.4% 1.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Stalking in Bay County?
The guilty rate is 67.5% based on 160 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stalking in Bay County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.8% 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 Stalking in Bay County?
The average sentence is 8.9 months, with an average fine of $482.03.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
25.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 10.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Bay 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 · 160 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026