Assault in Collier County, Florida
61 cases (2025) · Collier County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, assault defendants in Collier County were convicted in 77.0 percent of 61 cases, with adjudication withheld in only 18.0 percent—below the statewide average of 22.2 percent. Most strikingly, zero cases resulted in dismissals or acquittals. Diversion programs accounted for 4.9 percent of cases, near the statewide average of 5.2 percent. Collier County's pattern indicates prosecutors pursue convictions relentlessly, with withheld adjudication rarely granted.
Sentenced defendants received a median of 120 days and an average of 717 days, with probation averaging 891 days. Jail was imposed in 37.7 percent of cases, while prison was used in only 16.4 percent. Fines averaged just $150, the lowest observed. Defense representation was balanced, with 50.8 percent using public defenders and 45.9 percent retaining private counsel.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Assault charge in Collier County makes it in front of a judge. Of 333 prosecutor decisions on Assault charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 60.4% — above the 47.7% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 77.0% of 61 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 61 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 49 | 5.1 months |
| State Prison Facility | 38 | 3.8 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Assault sentencing in Collier County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (2025)
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 | 55 | 76.4% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 49 | 73.5% | 2.0% | 1 year, 10 months |
| 2024 | 49 | 75.5% | 2.0% | 1 year, 11 months |
| 2025 | 61 | 77.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 12 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 100 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 30 |
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 21 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 7 |
| Felony | First Degree | 1 |
Related Charges in Collier County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,564 | 62.5% | 0.3% |
| Other | 1,234 | 43.4% | 29.3% |
| Drug Possession | 896 | 69.5% | 0.0% |
| DUI | 679 | 99.1% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 501 | 58.5% | 0.4% |
| Battery | 371 | 56.1% | 0.3% |
| Resisting Officer | 387 | 68.7% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 402 | 99.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Assault in Collier County?
The guilty rate is 77.0% based on 61 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Collier County?
Adjudication is withheld in 18.0% of cases (2025). 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 Assault in Collier County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 12 months, with an average fine of $150 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
50.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 45.9% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Assault in Collier County, Florida (2025). Based on 61 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/assault/collier
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Collier 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 · 61 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com