Stalking in Citrus County, Florida
18 cases (2023-2025) · Citrus County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Citrus County's stalking cases show an 83.3% guilty rate with limited withheld adjudication at 5.6%, substantially below the statewide average of 20.7%. The county relies on diversion programs for 11.1% of cases and has recorded no dismissals, suggesting Citrus County prioritizes formal conviction while occasionally channeling appropriate cases toward diversion rather than pursuing adjudication.
Sentences average 514 days with a median of six months, reflecting relatively minor punishment. Nearly half of defendants receive jail time (44.4%) versus 22.2% in prison, indicating shorter-term confinement focused on jails. Over half of defendants (55.6%) rely on public defenders, indicating limited resources among the defendant population, and sentences correlate with this lower-income profile.
Figures cover 18 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 83.3% of 18 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 18 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 8 | 4.4 months |
| State Prison Facility | 4 | 3.5 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Stalking sentencing in Citrus County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 15 | 80.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | 71.4% | 0.0% | 6.1 months |
| 2025 | 7 | 85.7% | 0.0% | 2.5 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 12 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 6 |
Related Charges in Citrus County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | 1,863 | 41.3% | 14.5% |
| Drug Possession | 943 | 71.3% | 0.7% |
| Traffic Offense | 708 | 74.0% | 0.7% |
| Battery | 420 | 57.1% | 4.5% |
| Larceny / Theft | 293 | 75.8% | 0.7% |
| Resisting Officer | 249 | 75.1% | 2.4% |
| DUI | 172 | 99.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 129 | 83.7% | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Stalking in Citrus County?
The guilty rate is 83.3% based on 18 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stalking in Citrus County?
Adjudication is withheld in 5.6% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Stalking in Citrus County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 5 months (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
55.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 16.7% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Stalking in Citrus County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 18 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/stalking/citrus
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Citrus 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 · 18 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com