Stalking Sentencing in Sumter County
18 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Sumter County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 18 convicted Stalking cases in Sumter County (2023-2025) to show actual sentencing outcomes — average sentence length, fines, court costs, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation. Compared to statewide averages to show how Sumter County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 18 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025 in this view, so multi-year figures are shown.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2023-2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Sumter County run 10.1 months to 4.0 years; the median is 2.8 years.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 18 convicted cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Fine Range (Cases With Fines)
Exhibit · Fine range, cases with fines (2023-2025)
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
| Outcome | Sumter County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 38.9% | 16.6% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 22.2% | 38.4% |
| Probation Only | 33.3% | 31.9% |
| Average Sentence | 1 year, 9 months | 8.6 months |
| Average Fine | $475 | $297 |
| Average Probation | 2.4 years | 2.1 years |
| Average Court Costs | $1,030 | $726 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 7 | 4.3 years | $860 |
| County Jail | 4 | 5.9 months | $244 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Stalking cases in Sumter County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 60.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 10 months |
| 2025 | 11 | 90.9% | 0.0% | 3.3 years |
Trend rows cover all Stalking cases in Sumter County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2023-2025 window.
See the complete picture for this charge: Stalking outcomes in Sumter County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Sumter County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 3,791 | 7.4 months | $596 |
| Traffic Offense | 3,067 | 1.0 months | $178 |
| Other | 937 | 1 year, 5 months | $423 |
| Larceny / Theft | 894 | 8.5 months | $382 |
| Battery | 879 | 11.0 months | $504 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Stalking in Sumter County?
Based on 18 convicted Stalking cases in Sumter County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 1 year, 9 months. The statewide average is 8.6 months.
How much are fines for Stalking in Sumter County?
83.3% of convicted Stalking defendants in Sumter County received a fine, averaging $475. Court costs average $1,030 additionally.
How does Sumter County compare to statewide sentencing for Stalking?
Sumter County's average sentence of 1 year, 9 months compares to the statewide average of 8.6 months. The prison rate is 38.9% locally vs 16.6% statewide. The average fine is $475 locally vs $297 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Stalking Sentencing in Sumter County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 18 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/stalking/sumter
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: July 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 18 Stalking cases in Sumter County 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.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 18 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated July 2026