Trespassing in Lee County, Florida

1,425
Total Cases
88.0%
Guilty Rate
4.8%
Withheld Rate
4.5%
Dismissal Rate
2.0 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,425 Trespassing cases in Lee County (2023-2025), 88.0% resulted in a guilty finding, 4.8% had adjudication withheld, and 4.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.0 months. 2.9% of defendants retained private counsel while 14.0% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
88.0% (1,254)
Withheld
4.8% (69)
Diversion
0.4% (5)
Dismissed
4.5% (64)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

2.0 months
Avg Sentence
1.4 months
Median Sentence
9.7 months
Avg Probation
0.1%
Prison Rate
61.1%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 870 1.9 months
State Prison Facility 2 4.5 years

Counsel Analysis

199
Public Defender
78.4% guilty · 4.0% dismissed
68
Self or Unrepresented
97.1% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
42
Private Attorney
71.4% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
9
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
77.8% 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 889 89.4% 3.5%
Black 516 85.9% 6.4%

Age Distribution

2.3%
Under 21
16.1%
21-29
29.0%
30-39
21.3%
40-49
18.9%
50-59
12.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 518 89.6% 4.4% 2.1 months
2024 457 92.1% 2.8% 2.5 months
2025 450 82.0% 6.2% 1.7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 1,156
Misdemeanor Second Degree 247
Felony Third Degree 22

Related Charges in Lee County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 5,953 79.4% 0.2%
Traffic Offense 5,651 78.7% 0.1%
DUI 3,521 98.2% 0.6%
Larceny / Theft 2,186 81.9% 0.5%
Resisting Officer 1,991 85.2% 1.6%
Battery 1,752 69.5% 1.8%
Other 1,124 70.6% 1.5%
Burglary 646 76.0% 0.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Lee County?
The guilty rate is 88.0% based on 1,425 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Lee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 4.8% 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 Lee County?
The average sentence is 2.0 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
14.0% of defendants use a public defender, while 2.9% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lee 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 · 1,425 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026