Robbery in Monroe County, Florida
12 cases (2023-2025) · Monroe County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Robbery cases in Monroe County show an unusual pattern reflecting the county's small caseload of just 12 cases. The 83.3% guilty rate and 8.3% withheld rate total 91.6% of cases resulting in guilt findings, with no dismissals or acquittals. Notably, 8.3% of cases are diverted to programs, a rare outcome for robbery statewide, suggesting occasional prosecutorial flexibility even for serious felonies. The zero dismissal rate is difficult to assess given the small sample.
Monroe County imposes severe sentences: an average of 2,066.8 days and median of 1,003 days. Prison is used in 58.3% of cases with minimal jail at 8.3%. An unusual 58.3% of defendants retain private attorneys while 41.7% have public defenders—a striking reversal of typical patterns—possibly reflecting the county's economic profile.
Figures cover 12 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 — 83.3% of 12 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 12 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 | 7 | 6.4 years |
| County Jail | 1 | 9.0 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Robbery sentencing in Monroe County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | First Degree | 4 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 4 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 4 |
Related Charges in Monroe County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 985 | 37.0% | 0.3% |
| Other | 730 | 54.0% | 0.5% |
| Drug Possession | 551 | 52.5% | 1.3% |
| Trespassing | 311 | 89.1% | 0.3% |
| Resisting Officer | 272 | 63.6% | 0.7% |
| DUI | 291 | 89.7% | 1.7% |
| Larceny / Theft | 240 | 80.0% | 1.2% |
| Battery | 223 | 52.0% | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Robbery in Monroe County?
The guilty rate is 83.3% based on 12 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Robbery in Monroe County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.3% 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 Monroe County?
The average sentence is 5.7 years (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
41.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 58.3% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Robbery in Monroe County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 12 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/robbery/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 · 12 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com