Trespassing in Pinellas County, Florida

7,608
Total Cases
87.5%
Guilty Rate
5.7%
Withheld Rate
4.2%
Dismissal Rate
1.2 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 7,608 Trespassing cases in Pinellas County (2023-2025), 87.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 5.7% had adjudication withheld, and 4.2% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.2 months, with an average fine of $201.02. 0.1% of defendants retained private counsel while 1.9% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
87.5% (6,658)
Withheld
5.7% (435)
Diversion
0.6% (48)
Dismissed
4.2% (319)
Acquitted
0.1% (6)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.2 months
Avg Sentence
10 days
Median Sentence
9.8 months
Avg Probation
$201.02
Avg Fine
0.1%
Prison Rate
47.7%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 3,627 1.1 months
State Prison Facility 5 2.1 years

Counsel Analysis

7,449
Self or Unrepresented
89.0% guilty · 4.2% dismissed
146
Public Defender
17.8% guilty · 1.4% dismissed
9
Private Attorney
11.1% guilty · 11.1% 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 5,259 88.2% 4.0%
Black 1,846 86.7% 4.9%
Asian 72 87.5% 2.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native 52 100.0% 0.0%

Age Distribution

1.5%
Under 21
9.4%
21-29
21.2%
30-39
22.9%
40-49
20.9%
50-59
24.1%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 2,617 88.7% 4.7% 27 days
2024 2,418 88.8% 3.0% 1.4 months
2025 2,573 85.1% 4.7% 1.3 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 5,938
Misdemeanor Second Degree 1,629
Felony Third Degree 41

Related Charges in Pinellas County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Drug Possession 21,661 74.6% 1.4%
Other 20,743 13.9% 0.4%
Traffic Offense 18,743 72.7% 1.6%
DUI 7,725 97.6% 0.8%
Larceny / Theft 7,002 75.4% 2.3%
Battery 5,805 56.4% 3.4%
Resisting Officer 4,980 77.8% 1.4%
Fraud 2,792 73.2% 4.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Pinellas County?
The guilty rate is 87.5% based on 7,608 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Pinellas County?
Adjudication is withheld in 5.7% 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 Pinellas County?
The average sentence is 1.2 months, with an average fine of $201.02.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
1.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.1% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Pinellas 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 · 7,608 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026