Trespassing in Monroe County, Florida
312 cases (2025) · Monroe County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, trespassing defendants in Monroe County faced one of the highest conviction rates statewide. Guilty verdicts appeared in 89.1%, with withheld adjudication in 7.7%—substantially below the state average of 11.3%. Dismissals were virtually absent at 0.3% versus statewide 3.8%, and diversion appeared in only 2.6%. This reflects prosecution-intensive handling with minimal alternative pathways.
Jail confinement was typical: 78.8% served time, averaging 35.7 days with median 21 days. Probation averaged 253.2 days. Representation differed notably—private counsel appeared in 41.8% and public defenders in 47.9%—suggesting higher private representation in Monroe, which encompasses the Florida Keys.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Trespassing charge in Monroe County makes it in front of a judge. Of 675 prosecutor decisions on Trespassing charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 16.9% — in line with the 17.8% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 89.1% of 312 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 312 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 (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 724 | 1.2 months |
| State Prison Facility | 1 | 1 year |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Trespassing sentencing in Monroe County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Monroe County?
The guilty rate is 89.1% based on 312 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Monroe County?
Adjudication is withheld in 7.7% 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 Monroe County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 1.2 months (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
55.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 33.7% retain private counsel (2025).
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 | 245 | 90.6% | 0.4% |
| Black | 41 | 90.2% | 0.0% |
| Not Available | 17 | 76.5% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 310 | 85.5% | 0.6% | 1.2 months |
| 2024 | 285 | 89.8% | 0.0% | 1.4 months |
| 2025 | 312 | 89.1% | 0.3% | 1.2 months |
Quarterly detail
Quarterly figures recompute from monthly disposition counts; quarters with fewer than 30 cases are suppressed.
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 717 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 182 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 8 |
Related Charges in Monroe County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 983 | 37.5% | 0.3% |
| Other | 741 | 54.7% | 0.5% |
| Drug Possession | 548 | 54.9% | 1.1% |
| Resisting Officer | 271 | 66.4% | 0.7% |
| DUI | 291 | 89.0% | 1.7% |
| Larceny / Theft | 240 | 80.0% | 1.2% |
| Battery | 218 | 56.0% | 0.5% |
| Fraud | 171 | 72.5% | 0.0% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Trespassing in Monroe County, Florida (2025). Based on 312 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/trespassing/monroe
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Monroe 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 · 312 cases (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com