Stolen Property in Monroe County, Florida

17 cases (2023-2025) · Monroe County courts

Monroe County diverts stolen property defendants from conviction at the highest rate observed. Only 58.8% are convicted while 23.5% obtain adjudication withheld and 17.6% are diverted—far exceeding the statewide diversion rate of 3.5%. Notably, no cases are dismissed, contrasting sharply with the statewide rate of 2.2%. These patterns indicate Monroe County prioritizes diversion and alternative resolution over both dismissal and conviction, reflecting local prosecutorial or judicial policy favoring rehabilitation.

Sentences are moderate. The median of 334 days and average of 511.7 days suggest custodial terms averaging under two years. Jail confinement affects 23.5% of defendants. Probation averaging 678 days extends supervision. The small sample size of 17 cases suggests caution in drawing conclusions, though the high diversion rate remains notable. Sixty-four percent of defendants relied on public defenders.

17
Total Cases (2023-2025)
58.8%
Guilty Rate
23.5%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
vs 2.0% statewide, 2023-2025
1 year, 5 months
Avg Sentence

Figures cover 17 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.

I Outcomes

Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)

Guilty
58.8% (10)
Withheld
23.5% (4)
Diversion
17.6% (3)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Largest outcomeGuilty — 58.8% of 17 cases.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 17 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com

II Sentencing

Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)

1 year, 5 months
Avg Sentence
11.1 months
Median Sentence
1 year, 10 months
Avg Probation
11.8%
Prison Rate
23.5%
Jail Rate

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

Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 4 5.8 months
State Prison Facility 2 3.3 years
11
Public Defender
54.5% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
5
Private Attorney
80.0% 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 13 69.2% 0.0%
17.6%
Under 21
17.6%
21-29
29.4%
30-39
11.8%
40-49
23.5%
50-59
0.0%
60+

Exhibit · Disposition trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 6 33.3% 0.0% 9.3 months
2025 7 85.7% 0.0% 2.3 months
Level Degree Cases
Felony Second Degree 11
Felony First Degree 3
Misdemeanor First Degree 3
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%
III Getting Help

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What is the guilty rate for Stolen Property in Monroe County?

The guilty rate is 58.8% based on 17 cases (2023-2025).

How often is adjudication withheld for Stolen Property in Monroe County?

Adjudication is withheld in 23.5% 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 Stolen Property in Monroe County?

The average sentence is 1 year, 5 months (2023-2025).

What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?

64.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 29.4% retain private counsel (2023-2025).

Cite this page

FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Stolen Property in Monroe County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 17 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/stolen-property/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 · 17 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com