Trespassing in Gilchrist County, Florida
48 cases (2023-2025) · Gilchrist County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Gilchrist County's 48 trespassing cases show zero dismissals, the most restrictive outcome among counties with this charge. The county withheld adjudication in 14.6 percent of cases and placed 8.3 percent in diversion programs, marginally higher diversion use than the statewide 3.0 percent average. These patterns reflect aggressive prosecution with some alternative options at the margins.
Sentences in Gilchrist are notably longer than typical trespassing outcomes, averaging 201.8 days versus much shorter sentences elsewhere. More than half of defendants receive jail time. Average probation extends to about 14 months. Just over 60 percent of defendants are represented by public defenders, indicating limited private counsel availability in this rural county.
Figures cover 48 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 75.0% of 48 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 48 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 25 | 3.0 months |
| State Prison Facility | 2 | 4.3 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Trespassing sentencing in Gilchrist County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 38 | 73.7% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 16 | 75.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 3 months |
| 2024 | 20 | 75.0% | 0.0% | 2.9 months |
| 2025 | 12 | 75.0% | 0.0% | 1.6 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 37 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 7 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 4 |
Related Charges in Gilchrist County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 87 | 58.6% | 0.0% |
| Drug Possession | 103 | 79.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 57 | 63.2% | 1.8% |
| Battery | 30 | 66.7% | 0.0% |
| DUI | 71 (2023-2025) | 90.1% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 66 (2023-2025) | 81.8% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 54 (2023-2025) | 83.3% | 0.0% |
| Burglary | 42 (2023-2025) | 85.7% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Gilchrist County?
The guilty rate is 75.0% based on 48 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Gilchrist County?
Adjudication is withheld in 14.6% 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 Trespassing in Gilchrist County?
The average sentence is 6.7 months, with an average fine of $87 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
60.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 8.3% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Trespassing in Gilchrist County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 48 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/trespassing/gilchrist
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Gilchrist 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 · 48 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com