Stalking in Escambia County, Florida

104
Total Cases
61.5%
Guilty Rate
13.5%
Withheld Rate
9.6%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 104 Stalking cases in Escambia County (2023-2025), 61.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 13.5% had adjudication withheld, and 9.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $640.18. 1.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 9.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
61.5% (64)
Withheld
13.5% (14)
Diversion
7.7% (8)
Dismissed
9.6% (10)
Acquitted
2.9% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 1 months
Avg Sentence
4.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 9 months
Avg Probation
$640.18
Avg Fine
4.8%
Prison Rate
15.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 16 4.3 months
State Prison Facility 5 3.6 years

Counsel Analysis

46
Self or Unrepresented
47.8% guilty · 6.5% dismissed
42
Other
76.2% guilty · 9.5% dismissed
10
Public Defender
70.0% 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 60 60.0% 10.0%
Black 41 61.0% 9.8%

Age Distribution

8.7%
Under 21
20.2%
21-29
29.8%
30-39
17.3%
40-49
18.3%
50-59
5.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 32 71.9% 6.2% 1 year, 6 months
2024 37 64.9% 10.8% 1 year, 9 months
2025 35 48.6% 11.4% 5.9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 45
Misdemeanor First Degree 44
Felony Third Degree 15

Related Charges in Escambia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 8,937 54.7% 16.0%
Drug Possession 6,479 74.5% 4.8%
Larceny / Theft 5,240 70.7% 6.8%
Other 4,132 36.0% 5.9%
Battery 2,484 61.5% 12.7%
Trespassing 1,919 84.7% 5.5%
Resisting Officer 1,700 77.1% 6.4%
Fraud 1,552 52.1% 26.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Stalking in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 61.5% based on 104 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stalking in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.5% 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 Escambia County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $640.18.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
9.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 1.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Escambia 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 · 104 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026