Traffic Offense in Okaloosa County, Florida

6,224
Total Cases
37.4%
Guilty Rate
24.2%
Withheld Rate
2.7%
Dismissal Rate
3.3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 6,224 Traffic Offense cases in Okaloosa County (2023-2025), 37.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 24.2% had adjudication withheld, and 2.7% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.3 months, with an average fine of $401.66. 11.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 21.8% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
37.4% (2,330)
Withheld
24.2% (1,504)
Diversion
28.2% (1,754)
Dismissed
2.7% (166)
Acquitted
0.0% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.3 months
Avg Sentence
1.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
$401.66
Avg Fine
0.4%
Prison Rate
5.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 344 1.6 months
State Prison Facility 22 2.4 years
Confined to Other Diversionary Facility 7 1.6 months

Counsel Analysis

3,387
Self or Unrepresented
18.2% guilty · 3.7% dismissed
1,354
Public Defender
58.5% guilty · 1.1% dismissed
719
Private Attorney
52.9% guilty · 1.1% dismissed
75
Conflict Counsel
58.7% guilty · 2.7% dismissed
28
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
89.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Other
33.3% 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 3,980 39.1% 2.7%
Black 1,095 45.4% 2.9%
Not Available 130 24.6% 0.0%

Age Distribution

8.5%
Under 21
30.9%
21-29
30.0%
30-39
17.5%
40-49
8.8%
50-59
4.2%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 2,568 37.5% 2.1% 3.8 months
2024 2,309 36.0% 2.2% 3.1 months
2025 1,347 39.7% 4.7% 1.5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 5,395
Misdemeanor First Degree 613
Felony Third Degree 214
Misdemeanor NULL 1
NULL NULL 1

Related Charges in Okaloosa County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 5,019 21.2% 1.7%
Drug Possession 4,659 76.3% 0.4%
Larceny / Theft 1,807 69.7% 0.9%
Resisting Officer 1,390 68.7% 1.5%
Battery 1,375 52.7% 1.3%
DUI 1,239 97.3% 1.2%
Trespassing 1,051 77.1% 0.6%
Sex Offense 816 90.7% 3.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Traffic Offense in Okaloosa County?
The guilty rate is 37.4% based on 6,224 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Okaloosa County?
Adjudication is withheld in 24.2% 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 Traffic Offense in Okaloosa County?
The average sentence is 3.3 months, with an average fine of $401.66.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
21.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 11.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Okaloosa 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 · 6,224 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026