Trespassing in Leon County, Florida

1,952
Total Cases
39.5%
Guilty Rate
13.8%
Withheld Rate
2.5%
Dismissal Rate
1.9 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,952 Trespassing cases in Leon County (2023-2025), 39.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 13.8% had adjudication withheld, and 2.5% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.9 months. 6.4% of defendants retained private counsel while 74.7% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
39.5% (772)
Withheld
13.8% (269)
Diversion
9.6% (188)
Dismissed
2.5% (49)
Acquitted
0.2% (4)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.9 months
Avg Sentence
29 days
Median Sentence
11.5 months
Avg Probation
0.3%
Prison Rate
45.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 886 1.7 months
State Prison Facility 5 3.1 years

Counsel Analysis

1,458
Public Defender
39.0% guilty · 2.4% dismissed
232
Self or Unrepresented
38.4% guilty · 3.4% dismissed
137
Conflict Counsel
59.1% guilty · 2.9% dismissed
125
Private Attorney
26.4% guilty · 1.6% 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
Black 1,251 38.3% 1.9%
White 692 42.3% 3.6%

Age Distribution

4.4%
Under 21
21.8%
21-29
26.5%
30-39
22.6%
40-49
13.2%
50-59
11.6%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 551 39.6% 2.9% 2.0 months
2024 635 38.7% 2.4% 2.2 months
2025 766 40.2% 2.3% 1.6 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
NULL First Degree 1,484
NULL Second Degree 444
NULL Third Degree 24

Related Charges in Leon County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 5,860 34.5% 0.6%
Drug Possession 3,703 67.5% 1.1%
Larceny / Theft 2,983 57.6% 1.8%
Battery 2,235 43.0% 4.3%
Other 2,012 35.1% 2.0%
Resisting Officer 1,688 56.7% 3.4%
Fraud 932 54.9% 3.0%
Weapons Offense 844 78.4% 0.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Leon County?
The guilty rate is 39.5% based on 1,952 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Leon County?
Adjudication is withheld in 13.8% 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 Leon County?
The average sentence is 1.9 months.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
74.7% of defendants use a public defender, while 6.4% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Leon 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 · 1,952 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026