Bail Bonds in Bay County, Michigan
The Bail Bond Center posts bail at every jail and court in Bay County, Michigan, 24/7 — call 877-968-9255. The premium is 10% of the bail amount.
How bail works in Bay County
After an arrest in Bay County, the person is booked into the Bay County Jail at the Law Enforcement Center, 503 Third Street, Bay City, MI 48708 (Sheriff's Office: 989-895-4050). Following booking, the accused is arraigned in the 74th District Court (1230 Washington Avenue, Bay City), where a judge or magistrate advises the charges and sets bond. The 74th District Court handles misdemeanor cases through trial and sentencing, and conducts the initial arraignment and bond setting for felonies. For felonies, the District Court holds a preliminary examination; if probable cause is found, the case is bound over to the 18th Circuit Court (also at 1230 Washington Avenue, Suite 725) for further felony proceedings, trial, and sentencing. Michigan bond types include personal recognizance (release on a promise to appear), unsecured (10%) bond, cash or surety bond, and conditions set by the court under MCR 6.106. Bond amounts depend on the charge, flight risk, and public safety. Bond may be posted at the jail with cash, money order, or certified check, or through a licensed bail bond agent.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Bay County court sets bond?
Bond is initially set at arraignment in the 74th District Court, located at 1230 Washington Avenue, Bay City, MI 48708 (989-895-4275). For felony cases that are bound over after a preliminary examination, the 18th Circuit Court (1230 Washington Avenue, Suite 725, Bay City, MI 48708; 989-895-4265) handles subsequent proceedings and can address bond.
Where is someone arrested in Bay County held?
Arrested individuals are held at the Bay County Jail, operated by the Bay County Sheriff's Office at the Law Enforcement Center, 503 Third Street, Bay City, MI 48708. Custody status and bond information can be obtained by calling the Sheriff's Office at 989-895-4050 or searching VINELink at vinelink.com.