Stalking in Putnam County, Florida
21 cases (2023-2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Putnam County maintains a conviction-focused approach to stalking. The guilty rate of 85.7% is the highest among stalking counties examined. No dismissals are recorded, departing from the statewide average of 3.2%, and the withheld adjudication rate of 9.5% is far below the statewide 20.7%, meaning few defendants avoid conviction records. Diversion programs are offered in 4.8% of cases, below the statewide average of 6.4%.
Putnam emphasizes jail confinement, affecting 52.4% of defendants with an average sentence of 13 months. Prison sentences apply to 19.0%, with a median custody period of only 3 months reflecting shorter initial sentences. Probation periods are extended, averaging 30 months. Nearly half of defendants are represented by public defenders (47.6%), while few retain private counsel (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 — 85.7% 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 | 11 | 3.5 months |
| State Prison Facility | 4 | 3.3 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Stalking sentencing in Putnam 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 | 12 | 91.7% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 | 57.1% | 0.0% | 1 year, 8 months |
| 2024 | 7 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 8 months |
| 2025 | 7 | 100.0% | 0.0% | 5.5 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 13 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 8 |
Related Charges in Putnam County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 991 | 77.4% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 571 | 65.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 239 | 59.4% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 244 | 82.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 183 | 79.2% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% |
| Trespassing | 118 | 91.5% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Stalking in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 85.7% based on 21 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stalking in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 9.5% 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 Putnam County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 1 months, with an average fine of $60 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
47.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.8% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Stalking in Putnam County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 21 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/stalking/putnam
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Putnam 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