DUI Sentencing in Monroe County

We analyzed 745 convicted DUI 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.

1.2 months
Average Sentence
Near statewide avg (1.3 months)
$0.00
Average Fine
Below statewide avg ($1,058)
1.1%
Prison Rate
Near statewide (1.0%)
63.0%
Probation Only
745 cases

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
15 days
1.0 months
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
3.0 months
The average sentence for DUI in Monroe County is 1.2 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) 1.1% 1.0%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 33.4% 37.6%
Probation Only 63.0% 51.2%
Average Sentence 1.2 months 1.3 months
Average Fine $0.00 $1,058
Average Probation 1 year 1 year
Average Restitution (where ordered) $1,173 $6,224

Sentence Confinement Types

Confinement Type Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine
County Jail 248 2.2 months N/A
State Prison Facility 8 3.7 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
Resisting Officer 733 2.3 months $0.00

Need a Defense Attorney in Monroe County?

The average sentence for DUI in Monroe County is 1.2 months. A defense attorney can review your case and work toward the best possible outcome. Free, confidential, no obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 745 convicted DUI cases in Monroe County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 1.2 months. The statewide average is 1.3 months.
0.0% of convicted DUI defendants in Monroe County received a fine, averaging $0.00. Restitution averages $1,173 in cases where it is ordered.
Monroe County's average sentence of 1.2 months compares to the statewide average of 1.3 months. The prison rate is 1.1% locally vs 1.0% statewide. The average fine is $0.00 locally vs $1,058 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 745 DUI 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 · 745 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026