Battery in Monroe County, Florida

658
Total Cases
53.5%
Guilty Rate
26.9%
Withheld Rate
0.8%
Dismissal Rate
8.3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 658 Battery cases in Monroe County (2023-2025), 53.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 26.9% had adjudication withheld, and 0.8% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 8.3 months. 68.7% of defendants retained private counsel while 26.4% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
53.5% (352)
Withheld
26.9% (177)
Diversion
17.0% (112)
Dismissed
0.8% (5)
Acquitted
1.2% (8)

Sentencing Breakdown

8.3 months
Avg Sentence
4.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 7 months
Avg Probation
7.9%
Prison Rate
35.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 236 4.3 months
State Prison Facility 52 2.2 years

Counsel Analysis

452
Private Attorney
47.3% guilty · 1.1% dismissed
174
Public Defender
72.4% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
28
Self or Unrepresented
28.6% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

Demographics

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 487 52.2% 0.8%
Black 88 58.0% 1.1%
Not Available 23 43.5% 0.0%

Age Distribution

5.9%
Under 21
20.5%
21-29
26.7%
30-39
23.3%
40-49
14.7%
50-59
8.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 217 56.2% 1.4% 10.4 months
2024 205 59.0% 0.5% 7.4 months
2025 236 46.2% 0.4% 7.1 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 461
Felony Third Degree 174
Felony Second Degree 21
Felony First Degree 2

Related Charges in Monroe County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 3,683 30.4% 0.4%
Other 2,686 38.2% 1.8%
Drug Possession 1,748 50.9% 1.5%
Trespassing 911 87.0% 0.3%
Resisting Officer 823 65.9% 0.6%
DUI 775 93.8% 2.5%
Larceny / Theft 736 75.5% 1.0%
Fraud 392 63.0% 0.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Battery in Monroe County?
The guilty rate is 53.5% based on 658 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Battery in Monroe County?
Adjudication is withheld in 26.9% of cases. 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 Battery in Monroe County?
The average sentence is 8.3 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
26.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 68.7% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Monroe 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 · 658 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026