Stolen Property Sentencing in Walton County
17 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Walton County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 17 convicted Stolen Property cases in Walton 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 Walton County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 17 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 Walton County run 6.1 months to 1 year, 10 months; the median is 9.1 months.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 17 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 | Walton County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 29.4% | 39.0% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 52.9% | 28.3% |
| Probation Only | 17.6% | 22.6% |
| Average Sentence | 11.6 months | 1 year, 7 months |
| Average Fine | $343 | $319 |
| Average Probation | 3.2 years | 3.6 years |
| Average Court Costs | $686 | $827 |
| Average Restitution (where ordered) | $8,000 | $7,867 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 9 | 7.0 months | $300 |
| State Prison Facility | 5 | 2.2 years | $171 |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Stolen Property cases in Walton County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 | 37.5% | 62.5% | 1 year, 6 months |
| 2024 | 9 | 66.7% | 33.3% | 1 year, 9 months |
| 2025 | 11 | 72.7% | 27.3% | 8.5 months |
Trend rows cover all Stolen Property cases in Walton County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2023-2025 window.
See the complete picture for this charge: Stolen Property outcomes in Walton County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Walton County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,877 | 21 days | $125 |
| Other | 1,293 | 3.7 months | $690 |
| Drug Possession | 1,215 | 5.6 months | $530 |
| DUI | 596 | 1.0 months | $1,205 |
| Larceny / Theft | 477 | 7.3 months | $233 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Stolen Property in Walton County?
Based on 17 convicted Stolen Property cases in Walton County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 11.6 months. The statewide average is 1 year, 7 months.
How much are fines for Stolen Property in Walton County?
58.8% of convicted Stolen Property defendants in Walton County received a fine, averaging $343. Court costs average $686 additionally. Restitution averages $8,000 in cases where it is ordered.
How does Walton County compare to statewide sentencing for Stolen Property?
Walton County's average sentence of 11.6 months compares to the statewide average of 1 year, 7 months. The prison rate is 29.4% locally vs 39.0% statewide. The average fine is $343 locally vs $319 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Stolen Property Sentencing in Walton County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 17 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/stolen-property/walton
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 17 Stolen Property cases in Walton 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 · 17 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated July 2026