Robbery in Monroe County, Florida
14 cases (2023-2025) · Monroe County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2023-2025 data
From 2023 to 2025, robbery cases in Monroe County resulted in severe penalties when prosecuted. No cases were dismissed despite the statewide average of 1.7%, and 78.6% ended in guilty verdicts. Notably, 7.1% were diverted and 14.3% received adjudication withheld—both above statewide averages—suggesting prosecutors used alternatives for lower-level variants while pursuing serious cases vigorously.
Those convicted faced severe confinement: 50% received prison sentences averaging 2,066.8 days (5.67 years). The median sentence alone reached 1,003 days (2.75 years). Probation averaged 2.7 years. Private and public defenders each represented half of cases, indicating mixed resource levels despite Monroe's small, island-based population. The stark sentence lengths reflect robbery's violent nature and the court's emphasis on proportionate punishment.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Figures cover 14 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 — 78.6% of 14 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 14 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 (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Robbery in Monroe County?
The guilty rate is 78.6% based on 14 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Robbery in Monroe County?
Adjudication is withheld in 14.3% 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?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 5.7 years (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
50.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 50.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 80.0% | 0.0% | 3.2 years |
| 2025 | 5 | 60.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 10 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | First Degree | 5 |
| Felony | Second Degree | 5 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 4 |
Related Charges in Monroe County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| 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). Robbery in Monroe County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 14 public court records; last updated September 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 · 14 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com