Criminal Mischief Sentencing in Monroe County

We analyzed 155 convicted Criminal Mischief cases in Monroe County (2023-2025) 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 Monroe County judges sentence differently.

4.5 months
Average Sentence
Near statewide avg (4.6 months)
$0.00
Average Fine
Below statewide avg ($242.68)
6.5%
Prison Rate
Near statewide (7.7%)
38.7%
Probation Only
155 cases

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
1.2 months
2.0 months
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
11.9 months
The average sentence for Criminal Mischief in Monroe County is 4.5 months. A defense attorney may be able to negotiate reduced charges or alternative sentencing. Get a free case review.

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Monroe County Florida (Statewide)
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 6.5% 7.7%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 47.1% 47.7%
Probation Only 38.7% 20.2%
Average Sentence 4.5 months 4.6 months
Average Fine $0.00 $242.68
Average Probation 1 year, 6 months 1 year, 10 months
Average Restitution (where ordered) $1,654 $4,803

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine
County Jail 73 4.2 months N/A
State Prison Facility 10 3.2 years N/A

Other Charges Sentenced in Monroe County

Charge Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine
Traffic Offense 3,464 9 days $0.00
Other 2,396 2.2 months $0.00
Drug Possession 1,327 4.8 months $0.00
Trespassing 871 1.0 months $0.00
DUI 745 1.2 months $0.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 155 convicted Criminal Mischief cases in Monroe County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 4.5 months. The statewide average is 4.6 months.
0.0% of convicted Criminal Mischief defendants in Monroe County received a fine, averaging $0.00. Restitution averages $1,654 in cases where it is ordered.
Monroe County's average sentence of 4.5 months compares to the statewide average of 4.6 months. The prison rate is 6.5% locally vs 7.7% statewide. The average fine is $0.00 locally vs $242.68 statewide.

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: March 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 155 Criminal Mischief cases in Monroe County with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (2023-2025). "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 · 155 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026