Burglary Sentencing in Collier County
82 convicted cases (2025) · Collier County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
We analyzed 82 convicted Burglary cases in Collier County (2025) to show actual sentencing outcomes — average sentence length, fines, court costs, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation. Compared to statewide averages to show how Collier County judges sentence differently.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Collier County run 1 year to 5.0 years; the median is 2.2 years.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 82 convicted cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2025)
| Outcome | Collier County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 51.2% | 50.0% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 22.0% | 26.9% |
| Probation Only | 23.2% | 19.2% |
| Average Sentence | 2.6 years | 2.8 years |
| Average Fine | $0 | $381 |
| Average Probation | 3.1 years | 3.2 years |
| Average Court Costs | $411 | $1,187 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 124 | 4.6 years | N/A |
| County Jail | 59 | 8.8 months | N/A |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Burglary cases in Collier County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 88 | 84.1% | 0.0% | 4.0 years |
| 2024 | 81 | 84.0% | 1.2% | 2.3 years |
| 2025 | 83 | 92.8% | 0.0% | 3.6 years |
Trend rows cover all Burglary cases in Collier County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2025 window.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Burglary charge in Collier County makes it in front of a judge. Of 406 prosecutor decisions on Burglary charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 50.7% — above the 31.1% 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.
See the complete picture for this charge: Burglary outcomes in Collier County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Collier County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 5,838 | 17 days | $163 |
| Other | 2,806 | 9.3 months | $189 |
| DUI | 2,023 | 1.2 months | $1,015 |
| Drug Possession | 2,004 | 3.4 months | $188 |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,240 | 7.6 months | $248 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Burglary in Collier County?
Based on 82 convicted Burglary cases in Collier County (2025), the average sentence is 2.6 years. The statewide average is 2.8 years.
How much are fines for Burglary in Collier County?
0.0% of convicted Burglary defendants in Collier County received a fine, averaging $0. Court costs average $411 additionally.
How does Collier County compare to statewide sentencing for Burglary?
Collier County's average sentence of 2.6 years compares to the statewide average of 2.8 years. The prison rate is 51.2% locally vs 50.0% statewide. The average fine is $0 locally vs $381 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Burglary Sentencing in Collier County, Florida (2025). Based on 82 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/burglary/collier
Sentencing data covers convicted cases (guilty and adjudication withheld). Average sentences exclude non-incarcerated cases. Data covers 2023–2025 FDLE public court records. Last updated: September 2026
Important: Sentencing outcomes vary based on criminal history, case circumstances, charge severity, plea agreements, and judicial discretion. These statistics reflect aggregate outcomes and do not predict individual sentences.
Methodology: These statistics are based on 82 Burglary cases in Collier County with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (2025). "Prison" = sentence exceeding 365 days; "Jail" = sentence of 1–365 days; "Probation Only" = probation imposed with no incarceration sentence. Average fines exclude cases where no fine was imposed.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 82 cases · 2025 · Data last updated September 2026