Resisting Officer in Monroe County, Florida

823
Total Cases
65.9%
Guilty Rate
23.2%
Withheld Rate
0.6%
Dismissal Rate
3.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 823 Resisting Officer cases in Monroe County (2023-2025), 65.9% resulted in a guilty finding, 23.2% had adjudication withheld, and 0.6% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 3.9 months. 63.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 30.6% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
65.9% (542)
Withheld
23.2% (191)
Diversion
10.0% (82)
Dismissed
0.6% (5)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

3.9 months
Avg Sentence
1.3 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 2 months
Avg Probation
2.8%
Prison Rate
48.6%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 400 2.8 months
State Prison Facility 23 1 year, 12 months

Counsel Analysis

519
Private Attorney
58.4% guilty · 0.8% dismissed
252
Public Defender
80.2% guilty · 0.4% dismissed
45
Self or Unrepresented
71.1% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
7
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
71.4% 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 619 66.2% 0.6%
Black 106 77.4% 0.0%
Not Available 30 56.7% 0.0%

Age Distribution

3.4%
Under 21
16.0%
21-29
30.1%
30-39
23.5%
40-49
17.3%
50-59
9.7%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 297 67.3% 1.0% 4.4 months
2024 276 67.8% 0.0% 4.3 months
2025 250 62.0% 0.8% 2.9 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 665
Felony Third Degree 89
Misdemeanor Second Degree 68
Felony Second Degree 1

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%
DUI 775 93.8% 2.5%
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 Resisting Officer in Monroe County?
The guilty rate is 65.9% based on 823 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Resisting Officer in Monroe County?
Adjudication is withheld in 23.2% 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 Resisting Officer in Monroe County?
The average sentence is 3.9 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
30.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 63.1% 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 · 823 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026