Stalking in Walton County, Florida

19
Total Cases
63.2%
Guilty Rate
15.8%
Withheld Rate
10.5%
Dismissal Rate
1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 19 Stalking cases in Walton County (2023-2025), 63.2% resulted in a guilty finding, 15.8% had adjudication withheld, and 10.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $342.86. 5.3% of defendants retained private counsel while 73.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
63.2% (12)
Withheld
15.8% (3)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
10.5% (2)
Acquitted
5.3% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

1 year, 10 months
Avg Sentence
4.5 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 7 months
Avg Probation
$342.86
Avg Fine
21.1%
Prison Rate
31.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 6 2.9 months
State Prison Facility 4 4.1 years

Counsel Analysis

14
Public Defender
57.1% guilty · 7.1% 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 12 66.7% 0.0%

Age Distribution

10.5%
Under 21
26.3%
21-29
26.3%
30-39
36.8%
40-49
0.0%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 9 66.7% 11.1% 2.1 years
2024 5 80.0% 0.0% 2.3 years
2025 5 40.0% 20.0% 2.2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 12
Felony Third Degree 7

Related Charges in Walton County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 3,123 47.4% 2.0%
Other 2,407 47.7% 20.8%
Drug Possession 1,336 72.1% 5.9%
DUI 620 95.6% 3.4%
Larceny / Theft 555 69.5% 4.1%
Battery 524 52.7% 7.4%
Resisting Officer 400 61.5% 7.5%
Sex Offense 230 70.0% 15.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Stalking in Walton County?
The guilty rate is 63.2% based on 19 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Stalking in Walton County?
Adjudication is withheld in 15.8% 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 Walton County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 10 months, with an average fine of $342.86.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
73.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.3% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Walton 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 · 19 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026