Stalking in Charlotte County, Florida

Stalking prosecutions in Charlotte County result in conviction at rates substantially higher than statewide patterns. Of 11 cases, 90.9 percent ended in guilty verdicts, with the remaining 9.1 percent withheld adjudication. By contrast, statewide cases show a 20.9 percent withheld rate and a 3.0 percent dismissal rate, while Charlotte County recorded zero dismissals. The absence of diversion outcomes here contrasts with statewide data showing 7.1 percent of stalking cases diverted to pre-trial programs. This conviction-dominant approach reflects the priorities of the State Attorney for the 20th Judicial Circuit.

Defendants convicted in Charlotte County face substantial sentences: average prison terms of 685.7 days alongside 626.1 days of probation on average. About 27 percent received prison time and 27 percent received jail time, indicating split custody outcomes. Median sentence length of 638.5 days falls near the mean, suggesting relatively consistent sentencing rather than outlier cases driving averages. Nearly half of defendants were represented by private counsel at 45.5 percent, with the remainder presumably using public defenders.

0.0% of Stalking cases in Charlotte County are dismissed — below Florida's statewide average of 3.4%. Charlotte County is tougher than typical on these cases, so the attorney you pick matters more here.

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11
Total Cases
90.9%
Guilty Rate
9.1%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence

Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
90.9% (10)
Withheld
9.1% (1)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 11 months
Avg Sentence
1 year, 9 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 9 months
Avg Probation
$315
Avg Fine
27.3%
Prison Rate
27.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 3 3.2 years
County Jail 3 7.1 months

Counsel Analysis

5
Private Attorney
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 10 90.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

9.1%
Under 21
9.1%
21-29
18.2%
30-39
27.3%
40-49
36.4%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 7
Felony Third Degree 4

Related Charges in Charlotte County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,000 64.1% 0.1%
Drug Possession 3,831 92.7% 0.1%
Larceny / Theft 1,127 85.5% 0.4%
DUI 1,003 97.9% 0.3%
Battery 910 74.9% 1.8%
Other 826 76.3% 0.8%
Resisting Officer 655 89.3% 0.5%
Trespassing 454 93.0% 0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Stalking in Charlotte County?
The guilty rate is 90.9% based on 11 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stalking in Charlotte County?
Adjudication is withheld in 9.1% 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 Charlotte County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 11 months, with an average fine of $315.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 45.5% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Charlotte 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 · 11 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026