Stalking in Indian River County, Florida
15 cases (2023-2025) · Indian River County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
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.
Figures cover 15 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 — 73.3% of 15 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 15 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 | 9 | 8.0 months |
| State Prison Facility | 1 | 1 year, 12 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Stalking sentencing in Indian River 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 | 13 | 76.9% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 13 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 2 |
Related Charges in Indian River County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| 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% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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