Intimidation / Threats in Monroe County, Florida

63 cases (2023-2025) · Monroe County courts

From 2023 to 2025, Monroe County prosecuted 63 intimidation and threats cases with more balanced outcomes than many Florida counties. Guilty convictions occurred in 74.6% of cases, withheld adjudication in 22.2%—double the statewide average of 12.8%. Dismissals reached zero despite statewide averages of 2.2%, yet diversion programs accepted 3.2% of cases, exceeding statewide rates of 2.1%, suggesting prosecutorial flexibility around adjudication structure.

Sentences reflected this leniency. Confined convictions averaged 245 days, with a median of just 90 days—among the shortest in the intimidation category. Prison affected only 3.2% of defendants; 49.2% faced jail time. Counsel split nearly evenly: 46% private attorneys and 44.4% public defenders, indicating broader financial capacity among defendants compared to rural counties.

Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.

63
Total Cases (2023-2025)
74.6%
Guilty Rate
22.2%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
vs 2.4% statewide, 2023-2025
8.2 months
Avg Sentence (confined)

Figures cover 63 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.

I Outcomes

Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)

Guilty
74.6% (47)
Withheld
22.2% (14)
Diversion
3.2% (2)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Largest outcomeGuilty — 74.6% of 63 cases.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 63 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com

II Sentencing

Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)

8.2 months
Avg Sentence (confined)
3.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 6 months
Avg Probation
3.2%
Prison Rate
49.2%
Jail Rate

Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).

Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence (confined)
County Jail 31 4.2 months
State Prison Facility 2 5.8 years
III Getting Help

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What is the guilty rate for Intimidation / Threats in Monroe County?

The guilty rate is 74.6% based on 63 cases (2023-2025).

How often is adjudication withheld for Intimidation / Threats in Monroe County?

Adjudication is withheld in 22.2% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Intimidation / Threats in Monroe County?

Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 8.2 months (2023-2025).

What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?

44.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 46.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).

IV Full Data
29
Private Attorney
65.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
28
Public Defender
92.9% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
6
Self or Unrepresented
33.3% guilty · 0.0% dismissed

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 48 75.0% 0.0%
Black 11 72.7% 0.0%
3.2%
Under 21
7.9%
21-29
34.9%
30-39
20.6%
40-49
23.8%
50-59
9.5%
60+

Exhibit · Disposition trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence (confined)
2023 24 54.2% 0.0% 3.2 months
2024 22 90.9% 0.0% 1 year, 5 months
2025 17 82.4% 0.0% 4.5 months
Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 40
Felony Second Degree 11
Misdemeanor Second Degree 11
Felony Third Degree 1
Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 983 37.5% 0.3%
Other 741 54.7% 0.5%
Drug Possession 548 54.9% 1.1%
Trespassing 312 89.1% 0.3%
Resisting Officer 271 66.4% 0.7%
DUI 291 89.0% 1.7%
Larceny / Theft 240 80.0% 1.2%
Battery 218 56.0% 0.5%

Cite this page

FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Intimidation / Threats in Monroe County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 63 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/intimidation-threats/monroe

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 · 63 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com