Trespassing in Escambia County, Florida

1,919
Total Cases
84.7%
Guilty Rate
7.6%
Withheld Rate
5.5%
Dismissal Rate
2.6 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,919 Trespassing cases in Escambia County (2023-2025), 84.7% resulted in a guilty finding, 7.6% had adjudication withheld, and 5.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.6 months, with an average fine of $283.22. 0.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 8.3% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
84.7% (1,626)
Withheld
7.6% (146)
Diversion
0.8% (16)
Dismissed
5.5% (105)
Acquitted
0.2% (3)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.6 months
Avg Sentence
1.0 months
Median Sentence
1 year
Avg Probation
$283.22
Avg Fine
0.2%
Prison Rate
36.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 704 2.5 months
State Prison Facility 3 2.4 years

Counsel Analysis

782
Self or Unrepresented
86.1% guilty · 5.1% dismissed
639
Other
82.2% guilty · 6.3% dismissed
159
Public Defender
92.5% guilty · 4.4% dismissed
15
Conflict Counsel
86.7% 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 1,109 82.8% 6.5%
Black 763 87.8% 3.8%

Age Distribution

3.4%
Under 21
14.5%
21-29
33.7%
30-39
20.7%
40-49
14.9%
50-59
12.8%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 578 84.4% 6.2% 3.1 months
2024 655 87.5% 3.1% 2.6 months
2025 686 82.4% 7.1% 2.4 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL NULL 777
Misdemeanor First Degree 754
Misdemeanor Second Degree 378
Felony Third Degree 10

Related Charges in Escambia County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 8,937 54.7% 16.0%
Drug Possession 6,479 74.5% 4.8%
Larceny / Theft 5,240 70.7% 6.8%
Other 4,132 36.0% 5.9%
Battery 2,484 61.5% 12.7%
Resisting Officer 1,700 77.1% 6.4%
Fraud 1,552 52.1% 26.3%
DUI 1,374 90.6% 6.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Escambia County?
The guilty rate is 84.7% based on 1,919 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Escambia County?
Adjudication is withheld in 7.6% 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 Trespassing in Escambia County?
The average sentence is 2.6 months, with an average fine of $283.22.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
8.3% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Escambia 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 · 1,919 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026