DUI in Monroe County, Florida

775
Total Cases
93.8%
Guilty Rate
2.3%
Withheld Rate
2.5%
Dismissal Rate
3.6 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 775 DUI cases in Monroe County (2023-2025), 93.8% resulted in a guilty finding, 2.3% had adjudication withheld, and 2.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.6 months. 73.2% of defendants retained private counsel while 23.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
93.8% (727)
Withheld
2.3% (18)
Diversion
0.6% (5)
Dismissed
2.5% (19)
Acquitted
0.8% (6)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.6 months
Avg Sentence
1.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
1.0%
Prison Rate
32.0%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 248 2.2 months
State Prison Facility 8 3.7 years

Counsel Analysis

567
Private Attorney
92.6% guilty · 2.5% dismissed
185
Public Defender
97.8% guilty · 2.2% dismissed
20
Self or Unrepresented
95.0% guilty · 5.0% 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 649 93.1% 2.9%
Black 55 98.2% 0.0%

Age Distribution

1.5%
Under 21
14.2%
21-29
26.3%
30-39
23.5%
40-49
20.8%
50-59
13.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 258 93.8% 2.3% 2.2 months
2024 251 92.4% 3.2% 2.6 months
2025 266 95.1% 1.9% 6.2 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 495
Misdemeanor Second Degree 251
Felony Third Degree 29

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%
Larceny / Theft 736 75.5% 1.0%
Battery 658 53.5% 0.8%
Fraud 392 63.0% 0.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for DUI in Monroe County?
The guilty rate is 93.8% based on 775 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for DUI in Monroe County?
Adjudication is withheld in 2.3% 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 DUI in Monroe County?
The average sentence is 3.6 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
23.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 73.2% 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 · 775 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026