Stalking in Leon County, Florida

79
Total Cases
51.9%
Guilty Rate
16.5%
Withheld Rate
5.1%
Dismissal Rate
0 year, 12 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 79 Stalking cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 51.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 16.5% had adjudication withheld, and 5.1% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 0 year, 12 months. 38.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 50.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
51.9% (41)
Withheld
16.5% (13)
Diversion
12.7% (10)
Dismissed
5.1% (4)
Acquitted
1.3% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

0 year, 12 months
Avg Sentence
1.8 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 5 months
Avg Probation
10.1%
Prison Rate
44.3%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 35 3.4 months
State Prison Facility 8 4.1 years

Counsel Analysis

40
Public Defender
55.0% guilty · 7.5% dismissed
30
Private Attorney
43.3% guilty · 3.3% dismissed
9
Conflict Counsel
66.7% 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 48 52.1% 4.2%
Black 31 51.6% 6.5%

Age Distribution

5.1%
Under 21
34.2%
21-29
31.6%
30-39
17.7%
40-49
6.3%
50-59
5.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 27 59.3% 7.4% 11.9 months
2024 31 32.3% 3.2% 7.5 months
2025 21 71.4% 4.8% 1 year, 4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL First Degree 55
NULL Third Degree 24

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,860 34.5% 0.6%
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Trespassing 1,952 39.5% 2.5%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Stalking in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 51.9% based on 79 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stalking in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 16.5% 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 Leon County?
The average sentence is 0 year, 12 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
50.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 38.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 79 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026