Robbery Sentencing in Lee County
44 convicted cases (2025) · Lee County courts
Updated September 2026 · 2025 data
We analyzed 44 convicted Robbery cases in Lee 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 Lee County judges sentence differently.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Lee County run 2.4 years to 8.0 years; the median is 4.3 years.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 44 convicted cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2025)
| Outcome | Lee County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 63.6% | 64.1% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 11.4% | 19.2% |
| Probation Only | 25.0% | 12.6% |
| Average Sentence | 5.3 years | 6.9 years |
| Average Fine | $0 | $411 |
| Average Probation | 4.6 years | 4.2 years |
| Average Court Costs | $963 | $776 |
| Average Restitution (where ordered) | $2,280 | $5,337 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 86 | 7.0 years | N/A |
| County Jail | 15 | 8.9 months | N/A |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Robbery cases in Lee County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 46 | 91.3% | 0.0% | 6.2 years |
| 2024 | 46 | 87.0% | 0.0% | 5.2 years |
| 2025 | 46 | 89.1% | 2.2% | 7.1 years |
Trend rows cover all Robbery cases in Lee County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2025 window.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Robbery charge in Lee County makes it in front of a judge. Of 337 prosecutor decisions on Robbery charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 65.0% — above the 43.3% 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: Robbery outcomes in Lee County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Lee County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 14,887 | 15 days | $0 |
| Drug Possession | 6,055 | 9.1 months | $0 |
| DUI | 3,673 | 29 days | $0 |
| Larceny / Theft | 2,573 | 6.9 months | $0 |
| Resisting Officer | 2,104 | 3.6 months | $0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Robbery in Lee County?
Based on 44 convicted Robbery cases in Lee County (2025), the average sentence is 5.3 years. The statewide average is 6.9 years.
How much are fines for Robbery in Lee County?
0.0% of convicted Robbery defendants in Lee County received a fine, averaging $0. Court costs average $963 additionally. Restitution averages $2,280 in cases where it is ordered.
How does Lee County compare to statewide sentencing for Robbery?
Lee County's average sentence of 5.3 years compares to the statewide average of 6.9 years. The prison rate is 63.6% locally vs 64.1% statewide. The average fine is $0 locally vs $411 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Robbery Sentencing in Lee County, Florida (2025). Based on 44 public court records; last updated September 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/robbery/lee
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 44 Robbery cases in Lee 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 · 44 cases · 2025 · Data last updated September 2026