Stalking in Okeechobee County, Florida
21 cases (2023-2025) · Okeechobee County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Okeechobee County has an unusually restrictive approach to stalking cases. No dismissals and no diversion programs are recorded, compared to statewide averages of 3.2% and 6.4% respectively. The guilty rate of 76.2% reflects consistent convictions or withheld adjudications. The withheld rate of 19.0% aligns with the statewide average of 20.7%, and represents nearly all non-conviction outcomes in this county.
Okeechobee emphasizes jail confinement over prison, with 57.1% of defendants receiving jail sentences averaging 12 months. Only 9.5% receive prison. Probation averages 14.6 months. The vast majority of defendants, 71.4%, are represented by public defenders, with minimal private counsel at 4.8%.
Figures cover 21 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 — 76.2% of 21 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 21 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 | 12 | 5.0 months |
| State Prison Facility | 2 | 4.5 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Stalking sentencing in Okeechobee 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 | 15 | 73.3% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 60.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 5 months |
| 2024 | 8 | 87.5% | 0.0% | 5.7 months |
| 2025 | 8 | 75.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 5 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 18 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 3 |
Related Charges in Okeechobee County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 506 | 61.7% | 0.6% |
| Drug Possession | 314 | 76.1% | 8.3% |
| Other | 221 | 58.8% | 17.2% |
| Contempt of Court | 137 | 12.4% | 87.6% |
| Larceny / Theft | 137 | 85.4% | 1.5% |
| Battery | 131 | 75.6% | 8.4% |
| DUI | 98 | 95.9% | 1.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 87 | 81.6% | 6.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Stalking in Okeechobee County?
The guilty rate is 76.2% based on 21 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stalking in Okeechobee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 19.0% 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 Okeechobee County?
The average sentence is 0 year, 12 months, with an average fine of $200 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
71.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.8% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Stalking in Okeechobee County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 21 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/stalking/okeechobee
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Okeechobee 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 · 21 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com