Stalking Sentencing in Florida

We analyzed 3,166 convicted Stalking cases across Florida (2023-2025) to show what sentences judges actually impose — including average sentence length, fines, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation.

8.4 months
Average Sentence
3,166 convicted cases
$298.99
Average Fine
29.7% received a fine
16.2%
Prison Rate
Sentence > 1 year
32.8%
Probation Only
No incarceration

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
2.0 months
6.1 months
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
1 year, 7 months

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

25th Percentile
$130.00
$243.00
Lower Median Higher
75th Percentile
$448.00
Facing Stalking charges? The average sentence is 8.4 months. A defense attorney can work to reduce your sentence or negotiate alternative sentencing — free consultation.

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Cases Percentage
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 513 16.2%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 1,209 38.2%
Probation Only (no incarceration) 1,040 32.8%
Fined 939 29.7%

Felony vs Misdemeanor Sentencing

Charge Level Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail Avg Probation
Misdemeanor 1,877 2.0 months $236.25 0.3% 47.9% 1 year, 3 months
Felony 1,158 1 year, 7 months $365.50 42.7% 23.1% 3.2 years
NULL 131 5.2 months $687.76 9.9% 32.8% 1 year, 6 months

Sentencing by County

Counties with 20+ convicted Stalking cases. Click a county to see detailed sentencing data.

County Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail
Polk 238 8.5 months $248.14 15.1% 30.7%
Miami-Dade 225 11.7 months $428.22 20.0% 27.6%
Pinellas 215 11.1 months $187.40 22.8% 39.5%
Pasco 206 9.1 months $142.68 19.9% 16.5%
Palm Beach 197 9.2 months $0.00 18.3% 65.0%
Orange 194 8.7 months $308.93 19.6% 60.8%
Volusia 173 8.9 months $352.00 16.8% 53.8%
Hillsborough 159 7.2 months $180.00 15.7% 23.3%
Bay 130 4.2 months $482.03 8.5% 38.5%
Broward 129 6.8 months $0.00 10.9% 34.1%
Duval 120 5.3 months $158.82 11.7% 55.8%
Alachua 90 9.6 months $60.33 23.3% 27.8%
Escambia 78 3.6 months $640.18 6.4% 20.5%
Marion 78 10.5 months $147.17 20.5% 61.5%
Lake 55 8.8 months $282.14 9.1% 21.8%
Leon 54 9.6 months $0.00 16.7% 63.0%
Santa Rosa 53 1 year, 4 months $97.93 22.6% 39.6%
Sarasota 51 6.0 months $250.00 7.8% 27.5%
St. Lucie 44 10.8 months $612.50 18.2% 31.8%
Lee 42 8.7 months $0.00 19.0% 21.4%
Brevard 40 4.0 months $0.00 10.0% 22.5%
Manatee 37 9.6 months $161.30 13.5% 21.6%
Clay 35 4.5 months $385.93 8.6% 45.7%
Osceola 35 6.6 months $0.00 14.3% 71.4%
Seminole 35 4.2 months $100.00 14.3% 5.7%
Monroe 33 1.5 months $0.00 0.0% 45.5%
Highlands 32 7.9 months $265.87 12.5% 25.0%
Martin 28 2.9 months $250.00 3.6% 35.7%
St. Johns 28 1 year, 1 months $775.00 28.6% 32.1%
Okaloosa 27 1.5 months $300.00 3.7% 11.1%
Hernando 24 8.0 months $233.92 12.5% 62.5%
Collier 21 3.9 months $0.00 14.3% 9.5%
Okeechobee 20 8.5 months $200.00 10.0% 60.0%
Putnam 20 10.0 months $60.00 20.0% 55.0%

Facing Stalking Charges in Florida?

The average sentence is 8.4 months, but outcomes depend on your specific circumstances. A defense attorney can review your case and fight for the best possible result. Free, confidential, no obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 3,166 convicted Stalking cases in Florida (2023-2025), the average sentence is 8.4 months. The median sentence for cases with incarceration is 6.1 months. 16.2% of convicted defendants received state prison sentences (over 1 year).
29.7% of convicted Stalking defendants received a fine, with an average of $298.99. The median fine is $243.00. Court costs average $716.56 on top of fines.
16.2% of convicted Stalking defendants received state prison time (over 1 year), 38.2% received county jail time (under 1 year), and 32.8% received probation only with no incarceration. Outcomes vary by county, charge degree, and individual circumstances.

Sentencing data covers convicted cases (guilty and adjudication withheld). Average sentences exclude non-incarcerated cases. Data covers 2023–2025 FDLE public court records. Last updated: March 2026

Important: Sentencing outcomes vary based on criminal history, case circumstances, charge severity, plea agreements, and judicial discretion. These statistics reflect aggregate outcomes and do not predict individual sentences.

Methodology: These statistics are based on 3,166 Stalking cases with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (2023-2025). "Prison" = sentence exceeding 365 days; "Jail" = sentence of 1–365 days; "Probation Only" = probation imposed with no incarceration sentence. Average fines exclude cases where no fine was imposed. Percentiles are calculated from cases with the relevant non-zero value.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 3,166 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026