Trespassing in Columbia County, Florida
49 cases (2025) · Columbia County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, trespassing defendants in Columbia County experienced mixed outcomes on a small caseload of 49 cases. Guilty verdicts reached 77.6%, with 8.2% receiving withheld adjudication—both below statewide averages. No cases were dismissed compared to 3.8% statewide. Notably, diversion programs resolved 10.2% of cases, substantially higher than the statewide average of 3.1%, indicating the local State Attorney emphasizes alternative resolution for qualifying defendants.
Convicted defendants averaged just 47.8 days in jail and 438.1 days of probation, with fines averaging $550. Jail confinement applied to 40.8% of cases, moderate compared to peer counties. Nearly all defendants relied on public defenders (77.6%), with only 4.1% retaining private counsel. The emphasis on diversion and relatively lenient sentences suggests a more rehabilitation-focused prosecution approach.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 77.6% of 49 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 49 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 83 | 3.4 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Trespassing sentencing in Columbia County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (2025)
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 | 36 | 75.0% | 0.0% |
| Black | 10 | 90.0% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 57 | 87.7% | 0.0% | 7.1 months |
| 2024 | 50 | 94.0% | 0.0% | 1.3 months |
| 2025 | 49 | 77.6% | 0.0% | 1.6 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 129 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 18 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 9 |
Related Charges in Columbia County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 633 | 59.7% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 277 | 85.2% | 0.7% |
| Larceny / Theft | 228 | 61.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 196 | 54.1% | 0.5% |
| Resisting Officer | 133 | 75.9% | 1.5% |
| Fraud | 173 | 75.7% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 124 | 70.2% | 0.8% |
| Weapons Offense | 56 | 94.6% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Columbia County?
The guilty rate is 77.6% based on 49 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Columbia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.2% of cases (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 Trespassing in Columbia County?
The average sentence is 1.6 months, with an average fine of $550 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
77.6% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.1% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Trespassing in Columbia County, Florida (2025). Based on 49 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/trespassing/columbia
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Columbia 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 · 49 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com