Vehicle Theft in Collier County, Florida
56 cases (2023-2025) · Collier County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
Vehicle theft in Collier County shows moderate guilt rates (76.8%) with withheld adjudication at 14.3%, slightly above statewide (13.1%). Diversion reaches 5.4%—more than double the statewide rate (2.5%)—suggesting the county offers defendants alternatives to conviction more readily than most. Zero dismissals indicate cases surviving screening result in conviction or diversion, creating fewer acquittals.
About 73% of defendants face incarceration, split nearly evenly between prison (35.7%) and jail (37.5%). Sentences average 618 days, median 365 days. Probation averages 654 days. More defendants (28.6%) hire private counsel than in many vehicle theft counties, potentially supporting better diversion access. The higher diversion rate moderates overall punitiveness compared to counties with lower alternative-disposition pathways.
Figures cover 56 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025, so multi-year figures are shown.
Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2023-2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 76.8% of 56 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 56 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 | 21 | 7.5 months |
| State Prison Facility | 20 | 2.8 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Vehicle Theft sentencing in Collier 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 | 44 | 75.0% | 0.0% |
| Black | 12 | 83.3% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2023-2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 25 | 76.0% | 0.0% | 1 year, 3 months |
| 2024 | 18 | 77.8% | 0.0% | 1 year, 7 months |
| 2025 | 13 | 76.9% | 0.0% | 3.1 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 56 |
Related Charges in Collier County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,564 | 62.5% | 0.3% |
| Other | 1,234 | 43.4% | 29.3% |
| Drug Possession | 896 | 69.5% | 0.0% |
| DUI | 679 | 99.1% | 0.0% |
| Larceny / Theft | 501 | 58.5% | 0.4% |
| Battery | 371 | 56.1% | 0.3% |
| Resisting Officer | 387 | 68.7% | 0.0% |
| Sex Offense | 402 | 99.0% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Vehicle Theft in Collier County?
The guilty rate is 76.8% based on 56 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Vehicle Theft in Collier County?
Adjudication is withheld in 14.3% 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 Vehicle Theft in Collier County?
The average sentence is 1 year, 8 months (2023-2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
67.9% of defendants use a public defender, while 28.6% retain private counsel (2023-2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Vehicle Theft in Collier County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 56 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/vehicle-theft/collier
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Collier 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 · 56 cases (2023-2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com