Trespassing in Osceola County, Florida
288 cases (2025) · Osceola County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Osceola County stood apart in its trespassing prosecutions, with dismissals at 11.5%—significantly above the statewide rate of 3.8%. Combined with 68.1% guilty verdicts and 14.9% withheld adjudications, this pattern suggests a more balanced approach than most other counties. Diversion remained uncommon at 0.3%, below the statewide rate of 3.1%. This outcome mix reflects a prosecution strategy that achieves convictions while also dismissing cases at higher rates.
Sentencing outcomes reflected the broader conviction rates. Sentences averaged 55.9 days with a median of 43 days, and probation averaged 226.8 days—notably shorter than Lake County but comparable to other circuits. Jail confinement occurred in 61.1% of cases, and 43.1% were represented by public defenders. Average fines were $143, and the data indicates measured use of both jail and financial sanctions.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Trespassing charge in Osceola County makes it in front of a judge. Of 243 prosecutor decisions on Trespassing charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 63.8% — above 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 — 68.1% of 288 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 288 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 |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 526 | 1.9 months |
| State Prison Facility | 4 | 1 year, 12 months |
| Confinement to Hospital Facility | 1 | 1.5 months |
| Confined to Other Diversionary Facility | 1 | 1 year, 8 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Trespassing sentencing in Osceola County.
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 | 188 | 75.0% | 5.3% |
| Black | 71 | 71.8% | 2.8% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 213 | 69.0% | 7.0% | 1.8 months |
| 2024 | 241 | 77.2% | 5.4% | 2.5 months |
| 2025 | 288 | 68.1% | 11.5% | 1.8 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 | 598 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 120 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 24 |
Related Charges in Osceola County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,555 | 57.5% | 1.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 787 | 64.3% | 2.8% |
| Drug Possession | 601 | 75.5% | 1.8% |
| DUI | 462 | 80.3% | 2.6% |
| Battery | 423 | 54.8% | 4.0% |
| Other | 316 | 60.1% | 1.3% |
| Resisting Officer | 346 | 74.6% | 3.5% |
| Sex Offense | 238 | 92.0% | 2.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Osceola County?
The guilty rate is 68.1% based on 288 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Osceola County?
Adjudication is withheld in 14.9% 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 Osceola County?
The average sentence is 1.8 months, with an average fine of $143 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
43.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 5.6% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Trespassing in Osceola County, Florida (2025). Based on 288 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/trespassing/osceola
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Osceola 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 · 288 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com