Vehicle Theft in Lee County, Florida
56 cases (2025) · Lee County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Lee County prosecutors secured guilty verdicts in 80.4% of vehicle theft cases, with adjudication withheld in 8.9%—meaning the judge found guilt but did not record a conviction on the defendant's record. Dismissals were virtually absent (0.0% versus 1.1% statewide), but pretrial diversion was more available than statewide (5.4% versus 2.8%), suggesting Lee County's State Attorney prioritizes prosecution while offering limited alternatives to conviction.
Among those convicted, sentences were substantial. Nearly half received prison time, with a median confinement of 761 days and average probation of 979.7 days. The majority of defendants (71% combined) relied on public defenders or other representation, reflecting limited private counsel access.
Citing these figures? Attribution line and monthly data pack.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 80.4% of 56 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 56 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 (confined) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 70 | 3.3 years |
| County Jail | 47 | 7.4 months |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Vehicle Theft sentencing in Lee County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Vehicle Theft in Lee County?
The guilty rate is 80.4% based on 56 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Vehicle Theft in Lee County?
Adjudication is withheld in 8.9% 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 Vehicle Theft in Lee County?
Among convictions that included confinement, the average sentence is 2.5 years (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
21.4% of defendants use a public defender, while 7.1% retain private counsel (2025).
Counsel Analysis (2023-2025)
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 | 47 | 76.6% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence (confined) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 89 | 85.4% | 0.0% | 1 year, 12 months |
| 2024 | 63 | 82.5% | 0.0% | 2.3 years |
| 2025 | 56 | 80.4% | 0.0% | 2.5 years |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Third Degree | 208 |
Related Charges in Lee County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 4,155 | 67.9% | 0.2% |
| Drug Possession | 2,127 | 78.6% | 0.1% |
| DUI | 1,320 | 98.9% | 0.2% |
| Larceny / Theft | 999 | 83.0% | 0.7% |
| Resisting Officer | 700 | 85.0% | 1.9% |
| Battery | 717 | 74.2% | 2.8% |
| Trespassing | 481 | 85.0% | 5.8% |
| Other | 490 | 73.7% | 1.4% |
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Vehicle Theft in Lee County, Florida (2025). Based on 56 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/vehicle-theft/lee
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Lee 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 (2025) · Data last updated September 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com