Michael Paul Rice
Name: Michael Paul Rice
Booking Date: September 29, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Charges:
- Charge 1GRAND THEFT 750 LESS THAN 5K DOLS
Theft of property valued at $750 or more but less than $5,000, which constitutes grand theft under Florida law. - Charge 2Criminal Mischief – Over 200 Under 1000 Dols Subsq Off
Intentional damage to another person’s property valued between $200 and $1,000, committed by a defendant with a prior criminal mischief conviction. - Charge 3Failure To Appear (FTA) – Felony
Failing to appear in court as required for a felony criminal charge, which itself constitutes a criminal offense.
Charge descriptions above explain the general meaning of each offense under Florida law. They are not a statement of the facts of this case and are not legal advice.
DOB: 09/14/1980
Sex: M
Booking #: 2026-00005695
Arresting Agency: Walton County Sheriff’s Office
About this booking
Michael Paul Rice was booked into the Walton County jail on September 29, 2026, by the Walton County Sheriff's Office. Rice faces charges of Grand Theft involving $750 to less than $5,000, Criminal Mischief involving over $200 to under $1,000 as a subsequent offense, and Failure to Appear as a felony.
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What happens next in Walton County
After booking, the case moves through the county court process: first appearance, where bond is addressed; then arraignment, where the charges are formally read and a plea is entered. If bond is set and posted, the person is released pending court dates; otherwise they remain in custody.
For case status and court dates, consult the Walton County Clerk of Court. This is general information about the county court process – not legal advice and not specific to the individual named above.
Common questions about Walton County bookings
How do I find someone booked into the Walton County jail?
The Walton County Sheriff’s Office posts current inmates and recent bookings through its online inmate search. Searching by name shows booking date, charges, and bond information when available.
How soon after an arrest is first appearance in Florida?
Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.130 requires every arrested person to be brought before a judge within 24 hours of arrest. At that hearing the judge advises them of the charges and addresses pretrial release.
How do I post bail for someone in Walton County?
Bond can usually be posted at the Walton County Jail in DeFuniak Springs, either for the full amount in cash or through a licensed Florida bail bondsman, who typically charges about 10% of the bond as a non-refundable fee.
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