Trespassing in St. Johns County, Florida

1,088
Total Cases
82.5%
Guilty Rate
7.8%
Withheld Rate
4.0%
Dismissal Rate
1.3 months
Avg Sentence

Based on 1,088 Trespassing cases in St. Johns County (2023-2025), 82.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 7.8% had adjudication withheld, and 4.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 1.3 months, with an average fine of $208.70. 4.6% of defendants retained private counsel while 49.5% used a public defender.

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Outcome Breakdown

Guilty
82.5% (898)
Withheld
7.8% (85)
Diversion
5.2% (57)
Dismissed
4.0% (44)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)

Sentencing Breakdown

1.3 months
Avg Sentence
20 days
Median Sentence
11.3 months
Avg Probation
$208.70
Avg Fine
0.3%
Prison Rate
76.2%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
County Jail 829 1.2 months
State Prison Facility 3 3.3 years

Counsel Analysis

539
Public Defender
85.2% guilty · 3.5% dismissed
50
Private Attorney
42.0% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
44
Self or Unrepresented
72.7% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
30
Conflict Counsel
86.7% guilty · 3.3% dismissed
8
Court Private or Assigned Counsel
87.5% guilty · 0.0% 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 810 81.5% 4.6%
Black 241 88.0% 2.5%

Age Distribution

3.3%
Under 21
13.9%
21-29
29.5%
30-39
22.8%
40-49
16.1%
50-59
14.4%
60+

Year-Over-Year Trends

Year Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate Avg Sentence
2023 451 86.0% 3.8% 29 days
2024 360 82.8% 3.6% 1.4 months
2025 277 76.5% 5.1% 1.7 months

Charge Level Breakdown

Level Degree Cases
Misdemeanor First Degree 781
Misdemeanor Second Degree 291
Felony Third Degree 16

Related Charges in St. Johns County

Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 7,840 36.5% 6.1%
Drug Possession 2,813 66.1% 2.3%
Other 2,071 67.0% 7.3%
Larceny / Theft 2,011 59.2% 3.8%
Battery 1,643 47.2% 3.5%
DUI 1,337 92.3% 4.6%
Resisting Officer 1,015 66.6% 3.0%
Sex Offense 536 86.6% 1.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in St. Johns County?
The guilty rate is 82.5% based on 1,088 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in St. Johns County?
Adjudication is withheld in 7.8% 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 St. Johns County?
The average sentence is 1.3 months, with an average fine of $208.70.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
49.5% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.6% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for St. Johns 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 · 1,088 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026