Traffic Offense in Monroe County, Florida

3,683
Total Cases
30.4%
Guilty Rate
63.6%
Withheld Rate
0.4%
Dismissal Rate
1.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 3,683 Traffic Offense cases in Monroe County (2023-2025), 30.4% resulted in a guilty finding, 63.6% had adjudication withheld, and 0.4% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.9 months. 72.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 13.1% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
30.4% (1,120)
Withheld
63.6% (2,344)
Diversion
5.5% (201)
Dismissed
0.4% (16)
Acquitted
0.0% (1)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.9 months
Avg Sentence
21 days
Median Sentence
8.5 months
Avg Probation
0.2%
Prison Rate
15.9%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 587 1.4 months
State Prison Facility 9 2.6 years

Counsel Analysis

2,653
Private Attorney
25.5% guilty · 0.5% dismissed
541
Self or Unrepresented
27.0% guilty · 0.4% dismissed
482
Public Defender
61.0% guilty · 0.4% dismissed
7
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
57.1% 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 2,698 28.5% 0.4%
Black 394 47.7% 0.8%
Asian 28 21.4% 0.0%

Age Distribution

3.5%
Under 21
23.1%
21-29
29.1%
30-39
21.9%
40-49
14.1%
50-59
8.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,364 28.2% 0.4% 1.5 months
2024 1,329 28.2% 0.6% 2.6 months
2025 990 36.4% 0.2% 1.5 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor Second Degree 3,351
Misdemeanor First Degree 267
Felony Third Degree 65

Related Charges in Monroe County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Other 2,686 38.2% 1.8%
Drug Possession 1,748 50.9% 1.5%
Trespassing 911 87.0% 0.3%
Resisting Officer 823 65.9% 0.6%
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 Traffic Offense in Monroe County?
The guilty rate is 30.4% based on 3,683 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Traffic Offense in Monroe County?
Adjudication is withheld in 63.6% 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 Traffic Offense in Monroe County?
The average sentence is 1.9 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
13.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 72.0% 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 · 3,683 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026