Trespassing in Putnam County, Florida
118 cases (2025) · Putnam County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, trespassing defendants in Putnam County faced particularly strict prosecution compared to statewide patterns. Nearly all cases (91.5%) resulted in guilty verdicts, with no acquittals and no dismissals—far lower than the statewide dismissal rate of 3.8 percentage points. Withheld adjudications, which don't count as convictions, occurred in just 6.8% of cases versus 11.3% statewide, and diversion programs were rarely used (0.8% versus 3.1% statewide). This suggests Putnam County's prosecution prioritizes securing convictions in trespassing cases with minimal opportunity for case reduction.
Most defendants received jail time (95.8%), with an average sentence of 38 days and probation of about one year. Fines averaged $60. Over three-quarters of defendants used public defenders, indicating limited resources for private counsel in the county.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 91.5% of 118 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 118 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 | 294 | 1.5 months |
| State Prison Facility | 5 | 2.1 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Trespassing sentencing in Putnam 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 | 71 | 93.0% | 0.0% |
| Black | 45 | 91.1% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 121 | 90.1% | 0.8% | 2.8 months |
| 2024 | 97 | 90.7% | 0.0% | 1.9 months |
| 2025 | 118 | 91.5% | 0.0% | 1.3 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 | 192 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 134 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 10 |
Related Charges in Putnam County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 991 | 77.4% | 0.0% |
| Traffic Offense | 571 | 65.5% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 239 | 59.4% | 0.8% |
| Larceny / Theft | 244 | 82.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 183 | 79.2% | 0.0% |
| Resisting Officer | 211 | 84.4% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 75 | 68.0% | 0.0% |
| Criminal Mischief | 58 | 75.9% | 1.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Putnam County?
The guilty rate is 91.5% based on 118 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Putnam County?
Adjudication is withheld in 6.8% 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 Putnam County?
The average sentence is 1.3 months, with an average fine of $60 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
77.1% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Trespassing in Putnam County, Florida (2025). Based on 118 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/trespassing/putnam
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Putnam 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 · 118 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com