Trespassing in Wakulla County, Florida
72 cases (2023-2025) · Wakulla County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Trespassing cases in Wakulla County result in conviction at notably high rates. Two-thirds of defendants are found guilty, compared to a statewide withheld rate of 11.5 percent that allows avoidance of formal conviction records. Wakulla County dismisses trespassing charges at 6.9 percent, nearly double the statewide average of 3.8 percent, suggesting somewhat more favorable case screening or prosecution priorities in this county. However, the adjudication withheld rate here sits below the state average at 9.7 percent, meaning fewer defendants access that alternative outcome. No cases received diversion, whereas statewide 3.1 percent of trespassing defendants avoid conviction through pre-trial programs.
Sentences emphasize probation over incarceration. The median sentence is 54 days, though the average of 98.5 days suggests some outliers with longer terms. Defendants face an average of 417 days on probation and fines averaging $107. Jail confinement occurs in 61.1 percent of cases, with prison time rare at 1.4 percent. Public defenders represent 70.8 percent of trespassing defendants in Wakulla County, indicating most are indigent.
Figures cover 72 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Trespassing charge in Wakulla County makes it in front of a judge. Of 66 prosecutor decisions on Trespassing charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 18.2% — 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 (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 66.7% of 72 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 72 cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2023-2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 44 | 2.7 months |
| State Prison Facility | 1 | 2.5 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Trespassing sentencing in Wakulla County.
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
Demographics (2023-2025)
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 | 58 | 70.7% | 6.9% |
| Black | 14 | 50.0% | 7.1% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 15 | 60.0% | 0.0% | 2.3 months |
| 2024 | 36 | 77.8% | 8.3% | 2.9 months |
| 2025 | 21 | 52.4% | 9.5% | 4.7 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 50 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 18 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 4 |
Related Charges in Wakulla County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 235 | 69.4% | 6.4% |
| Drug Possession | 186 | 74.2% | 1.1% |
| Larceny / Theft | 133 | 72.2% | 3.0% |
| Other | 74 | 77.0% | 4.1% |
| Battery | 64 | 54.7% | 14.1% |
| Resisting Officer | 48 | 66.7% | 4.2% |
| DUI | 36 | 86.1% | 2.8% |
| Sex Offense | 76 (2023-2025) | 80.3% | 9.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Wakulla County?
The guilty rate is 66.7% based on 72 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Wakulla County?
Adjudication is withheld in 9.7% of cases (2023-2025). 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 Wakulla County?
The average sentence is 3.3 months, with an average fine of $107 (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
70.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Trespassing in Wakulla County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 72 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/trespassing/wakulla
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Wakulla 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 · 72 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com