Robbery in Martin County, Florida
19 cases (2023-2025) · Martin County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Martin County prosecutes robbery with near-total punitiveness despite a small 19-case sample. The 84.2% guilty rate is high, and the 10.5% withheld rate exceeds the 7.6% statewide average. Critically, Martin County recorded zero dismissals and zero diversion cases versus statewide rates of 1.5% and 1.2% respectively. This all-or-nothing approach eliminates any exit short of conviction, distinguishing Martin County as uncompromising.
Convicted defendants face average sentences of 2,400 days with median 1,096 days. Prison is the dominant outcome for 68.4% of defendants; jail affects 10.5%. Public defenders represent 47.4% of cases, indicating economic disadvantage. The absence of diversion or dismissal pathways, combined with high prison rates, demonstrates how prosecution philosophy alone can eliminate alternatives and drive incarceration as the sole available outcome.
Figures cover 19 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 84.2% of 19 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 19 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 13 | 6.9 years |
| County Jail | 2 | 1 year |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Robbery sentencing in Martin County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 13 | 92.3% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 9 | 88.9% | 0.0% | 7.3 years |
| 2024 | 5 | 80.0% | 0.0% | 6.5 years |
| 2025 | 5 | 80.0% | 0.0% | 3.8 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 8 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 5 |
| Felony | First Degree | 3 |
| Felony | Life | 2 |
| Felony | First Degree punishable by life | 1 |
Related Charges in Martin County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,952 | 52.3% | 0.3% |
| Drug Possession | 960 | 61.0% | 6.8% |
| Other | 554 | 55.2% | 22.0% |
| DUI | 608 | 98.4% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 344 | 83.7% | 1.2% |
| Escape / Failure to Appear | 359 | 42.3% | 57.1% |
| Sex Offense | 83 | 91.6% | 1.2% |
| Resisting Officer | 335 | 80.3% | 2.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Robbery in Martin County?
The guilty rate is 84.2% based on 19 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Robbery in Martin County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.5% 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 Robbery in Martin County?
The average sentence is 6.6 years (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
47.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 36.8% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Robbery in Martin County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 19 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/robbery/martin
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Martin 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 · 19 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com