Stalking in Hernando County, Florida
29 cases (2023-2025) · Hernando County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Hernando County prosecutes stalking cases with zero dismissals, departing markedly from the statewide average of 3.2% dismissal rate. The guilty rate of 72.4% stands relatively high, though the withheld adjudication rate of 10.3% falls well below the statewide average of 20.7%. Notably, diversion programs appear in 10.3% of cases, exceeding the statewide average of 6.4%, suggesting prosecutors use alternatives to formal prosecution for some defendants.
Confinement in Hernando is primarily jail-based rather than prison. Of guilty defendants, 51.7% receive jail sentences averaging 11.5 months, while only 13.8% receive prison. Probation periods average 20 months. Most defendants lack recorded counsel representation, though 27.6% use public defenders, and private counsel is rare at 3.4%.
Figures cover 29 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 — 72.4% of 29 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 29 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 | 15 | 4.4 months |
| State Prison Facility | 4 | 3.1 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Stalking sentencing in Hernando 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 | 24 | 66.7% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 11 | 72.7% | 0.0% | 10.2 months |
| 2024 | 9 | 88.9% | 0.0% | 5.1 months |
| 2025 | 9 | 55.6% | 0.0% | 1 year, 11 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 19 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 10 |
Related Charges in Hernando County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 1,104 | 70.0% | 2.7% |
| Larceny / Theft | 601 | 52.7% | 1.3% |
| Traffic Offense | 839 | 73.8% | 0.4% |
| Battery | 441 | 54.2% | 2.3% |
| Other | 419 | 63.0% | 2.4% |
| Resisting Officer | 286 | 75.5% | 1.0% |
| Trespassing | 228 | 88.2% | 1.3% |
| DUI | 226 | 97.3% | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Stalking in Hernando County?
The guilty rate is 72.4% based on 29 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stalking in Hernando County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.3% 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 Hernando County?
The average sentence is 11.5 months, with an average fine of $239 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
27.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 3.4% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Stalking in Hernando County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 29 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/stalking/hernando
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Hernando 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 · 29 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com