Stalking in Indian River County, Florida

15 cases (2023-2025) · Indian River County courts

Indian River County resolves all 15 stalking cases through either conviction or withheld adjudication—no dismissals, acquittals, or diversions. The 73.3% guilty rate paired with a 13.3% withheld rate suggests this small sample reflects very high prosecution success. With zero dismissals compared to 3.2% statewide, this county shows no tolerance for weak cases proceeding to trial. The absence of diversion despite a 6.7% rate suggests prosecutors and courts reserve formal adjudication for stalking offenses regardless of circumstances.

The median sentence of 365 days with 60.0% receiving jail time indicates most defendants face approximately one year confinement. Prison affects 6.7% of defendants. Probation averages 426 days, shorter than other counties. Fines average $264.50, suggesting modest monetary penalties. The small sample size (15 cases) limits confidence, but the pattern shows no middle-ground outcomes—stalking charges end in formal adjudication and jail time in Indian River.

15
Total Cases (2023-2025)
73.3%
Guilty Rate
13.3%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
vs 3.1% statewide, 2023-2025
10.7 months
Avg Sentence

Figures cover 15 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.

I Outcomes

Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)

Guilty
73.3% (11)
Withheld
13.3% (2)
Diversion
6.7% (1)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Largest outcomeGuilty — 73.3% of 15 cases.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 15 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com

II Sentencing

Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)

10.7 months
Avg Sentence
1 year
Median Sentence
1 year, 2 months
Avg Probation
$264
Avg Fine
6.7%
Prison Rate
60.0%
Jail Rate

Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).

Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 9 8.0 months
State Prison Facility 1 1 year, 12 months
12
Self or Unrepresented
75.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

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 13 76.9% 0.0%
0.0%
Under 21
20.0%
21-29
40.0%
30-39
6.7%
40-49
20.0%
50-59
13.3%
60+
Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 13
Felony Third Degree 2
Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 954 81.0% 0.5%
Drug Possession 556 76.4% 0.0%
DUI 358 99.2% 0.0%
Larceny / Theft 336 82.4% 0.9%
Other 259 78.0% 0.0%
Resisting Officer 227 81.5% 1.3%
Battery 204 58.8% 4.9%
Trespassing 163 84.0% 1.2%
III Getting Help

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What is the guilty rate for Stalking in Indian River County?

The guilty rate is 73.3% based on 15 cases (2023-2025).

How often is adjudication withheld for Stalking in Indian River County?

Adjudication is withheld in 13.3% 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 Indian River County?

The average sentence is 10.7 months, with an average fine of $264 (2023-2025).

What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?

0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).

Cite this page

FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Stalking in Indian River County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 15 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/stalking/indian-river

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Indian River 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 · 15 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com