Robbery Sentencing in Florida

We analyzed 6,539 convicted Robbery cases across Florida (2023-2025) to show what sentences judges actually impose — including average sentence length, fines, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation.

6.6 years
Average Sentence
6,539 convicted cases
$469.89
Average Fine
26.4% received a fine
65.4%
Prison Rate
Sentence > 1 year
11.4%
Probation Only
No incarceration

Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)

25th Percentile
1 year
4.0 years
Lighter Median Heavier
75th Percentile
10.0 years

Fine Range (Cases With Fines)

25th Percentile
$342.86
$448.00
Lower Median Higher
75th Percentile
$513.00
Facing Robbery charges? The average sentence is 6.6 years. A defense attorney can work to reduce your sentence or negotiate alternative sentencing — free consultation.

Sentencing Outcome Breakdown

Outcome Cases Percentage
State Prison (sentence > 1 year) 4,276 65.4%
County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) 1,172 17.9%
Probation Only (no incarceration) 746 11.4%
Fined 1,726 26.4%

Felony vs Misdemeanor Sentencing

Charge Level Cases Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail Avg Probation
Felony 6,246 6.6 years $468.40 65.7% 17.9% 4.2 years
NULL 293 5.2 years $534.26 59.4% 17.4% 4.0 years

Sentencing by County

Counties with 20+ convicted Robbery cases. Click a county to see detailed sentencing data.

County Convicted Avg Sentence Avg Fine % Prison % Jail
Miami-Dade 1,580 5.2 years $461.26 59.1% 23.0%
Broward 551 2.8 years $0.00 54.1% 23.2%
Hillsborough 551 4.5 years $0.01 55.9% 23.2%
Duval 492 15.0 years $0.00 82.5% 6.9%
Orange 409 4.2 years $3,503 57.7% 33.7%
Palm Beach 402 5.6 years $0.00 72.1% 27.1%
Volusia 247 6.3 years $0.00 73.3% 9.7%
Pinellas 213 6.2 years $136.98 70.0% 11.7%
Polk 203 4.4 years $517.05 71.9% 11.3%
Leon 187 6.9 years $0.00 74.3% 18.7%
Manatee 150 6.9 years $0.00 75.3% 10.0%
Seminole 131 18.1 years $0.00 51.1% 6.1%
Alachua 124 12.1 years $139.26 91.1% 3.2%
Marion 113 9.4 years $1,011 82.3% 7.1%
Lee 107 3.5 years $0.00 53.3% 13.1%
Pasco 100 4.9 years $125.71 70.0% 6.0%
St. Lucie 85 6.8 years $0.00 69.4% 11.8%
Escambia 80 5.0 years $529.35 33.8% 3.8%
Osceola 69 23.4 years $0.00 71.0% 26.1%
Sarasota 63 8.9 years $0.00 69.8% 19.0%
Brevard 58 3.1 years $0.00 55.2% 25.9%
Bay 53 4.4 years $741.51 67.9% 3.8%
Lake 51 6.4 years $378.24 74.5% 7.8%
Collier 50 4.6 years $0.00 68.0% 16.0%
Citrus 40 9.6 years $15,750 92.5% 2.5%
Clay 40 7.1 years $504.30 80.0% 20.0%
Hernando 32 6.0 years $446.15 75.0% 15.6%
Okaloosa 32 2.1 years $0.00 53.1% 3.1%
Sumter 26 8.3 years $1,186 65.4% 3.8%
Highlands 25 6.7 years $577.00 72.0% 12.0%
St. Johns 23 5.7 years $0.00 91.3% 8.7%
Columbia 22 3.7 years $828.57 59.1% 0.0%
Hendry 20 9.8 years $0.00 95.0% 0.0%

Facing Robbery Charges in Florida?

The average sentence is 6.6 years, but outcomes depend on your specific circumstances. A defense attorney can review your case and fight for the best possible result. Free, confidential, no obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Based on 6,539 convicted Robbery cases in Florida (2023-2025), the average sentence is 6.6 years. The median sentence for cases with incarceration is 4.0 years. 65.4% of convicted defendants received state prison sentences (over 1 year).
26.4% of convicted Robbery defendants received a fine, with an average of $469.89. The median fine is $448.00. Court costs average $1,544 on top of fines.
65.4% of convicted Robbery defendants received state prison time (over 1 year), 17.9% received county jail time (under 1 year), and 11.4% received probation only with no incarceration. Outcomes vary by county, charge degree, and individual circumstances.

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 6,539 Robbery cases 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. Percentiles are calculated from cases with the relevant non-zero value.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 6,539 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026