Trespassing in Broward County, Florida

3,442
Total Cases
51.5%
Guilty Rate
42.5%
Withheld Rate
3.2%
Dismissal Rate
2.1 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 3,442 Trespassing cases in Broward County (2023-2025), 51.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 42.5% had adjudication withheld, and 3.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.1 months. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 0.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
51.5% (1,772)
Withheld
42.5% (1,462)
Diversion
2.6% (89)
Dismissed
3.2% (111)
Acquitted
0.2% (8)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.1 months
Avg Sentence
24 days
Median Sentence
1 year, 5 months
Avg Probation
0.1%
Prison Rate
27.5%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 947 2.0 months
State Prison Facility 5 2.5 years

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
Black 2,088 55.2% 3.5%
Not Available 1,329 46.0% 2.8%
Asian 12 50.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

3.7%
Under 21
18.9%
21-29
32.6%
30-39
19.7%
40-49
13.8%
50-59
11.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 1,006 50.0% 1.8% 2.1 months
2024 1,253 49.3% 2.7% 2.3 months
2025 1,183 55.0% 5.0% 2.0 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 2,367
Misdemeanor Second Degree 1,007
Felony Third Degree 68

Related Charges in Broward County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 20,241 20.4% 1.2%
Larceny / Theft 8,143 61.5% 1.1%
Drug Possession 5,290 56.2% 7.8%
Resisting Officer 4,126 51.8% 3.0%
Other 3,123 32.6% 26.9%
Battery 2,519 51.1% 5.5%
DUI 2,395 83.5% 3.0%
Fraud 2,358 58.1% 2.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Broward County?
The guilty rate is 51.5% based on 3,442 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Broward County?
Adjudication is withheld in 42.5% 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 Trespassing in Broward County?
The average sentence is 2.1 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
0.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Broward 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 · 3,442 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026