Stalking in Seminole County, Florida
46 cases (2023-2025) · Seminole County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Seminole County dismisses stalking charges at triple the statewide rate: 10.9% versus 3.2%. The guilty conviction rate of just 41.3% is the lowest of all surveyed counties, while withheld adjudication reaches 34.8%, well above the 20.7% statewide average. Together, dismissals, acquittals, and low convictions suggest Seminole prosecutors either receive weaker cases or apply higher evidentiary standards before pursuing charges. This circuit's State Attorney appears to prioritize selective prosecution over aggressive charging for stalking offenses.
Sentences vary dramatically: 636 days average but a 700-day median, suggesting outlier cases pull the mean downward while typical cases receive longer terms. Prison affects 10.9%, jail 4.3%. Probation averages 661 days. Fines are minimal at $100. The representation split indicates a predominantly lower-income defendant population. Seminole's approach—high dismissals, low convictions, and withheld adjudication—reflects a prosecution philosophy that reserves formal conviction for cases meeting strict standards.
Figures cover 46 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 — 41.3% of 46 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 46 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 |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 5 | 2.4 years |
| County Jail | 2 | 2.4 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Stalking sentencing in Seminole 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 | 34 | 47.1% | 5.9% |
| Black | 10 | 30.0% | 20.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 30 | 40.0% | 3.3% | 2.2 years |
| 2024 | 7 | 57.1% | 28.6% | 1 year, 7 months |
| 2025 | 9 | 33.3% | 22.2% | 2.5 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 28 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 18 |
Related Charges in Seminole County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,962 | 46.1% | 1.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,206 | 54.2% | 0.4% |
| Drug Possession | 1,162 | 66.6% | 0.3% |
| Resisting Officer | 632 | 65.5% | 0.5% |
| Other | 526 | 54.0% | 4.9% |
| Battery | 519 | 55.1% | 1.2% |
| Trespassing | 282 | 77.7% | 2.5% |
| Probation Violation | 373 | 21.2% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Stalking in Seminole County?
The guilty rate is 41.3% based on 46 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stalking in Seminole County?
Adjudication is withheld in 34.8% 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 Seminole County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 9 months, with an average fine of $100 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
50.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 34.8% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Stalking in Seminole County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 46 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/stalking/seminole
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Seminole 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 · 46 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com