Bail Bonds in Clare County, Michigan
The Bail Bond Center posts bail at every jail and court in Clare County, Michigan, 24/7 — call 877-968-9255. The premium is 10% of the bail amount.
How bail works in Clare County
A person arrested in Clare County is booked at the Clare County Jail, 255 W Main, Harrison, MI 48625 (jail/corrections: 989-539-7166), operated by the Clare County Sheriff's Office. After booking, the accused is arraigned in the 80th District Court (Clare location, 225 W Main, Harrison; 989-539-7173), which handles arraignments for all criminal cases originating in the county and is where bond is initially set. Misdemeanors are resolved in the 80th District Court. For felonies, the District Court conducts the arraignment and a preliminary examination; if the judge finds probable cause, the defendant is bound over to the 55th Circuit Court (felony trial court of general jurisdiction) at the same Harrison courthouse, 225 W Main. Under Michigan practice, a judge or magistrate may release a defendant on personal recognizance (no money), an unsecured appearance bond, a 10% cash deposit bond, or a full cash/surety bond, and may impose non-monetary conditions. Bond type and amount depend on the charge, flight risk, and public safety. Posting details and amounts should be confirmed directly with the jail or court.
Jails & detention facilities in Clare County
Courts in Clare County
Frequently asked questions
Which Clare County court sets bond?
Bond is initially set at arraignment in the 80th District Court, Clare County location, 225 W Main, Harrison, MI 48625 (989-539-7173), which serves Clare and Gladwin Counties. Felony cases are bound over to the 55th Circuit Court at the same courthouse, 225 W Main, Harrison, MI 48625, which may review or modify bond.
Where is someone arrested in Clare County held?
They are held at the Clare County Jail, 255 W Main, Harrison, MI 48625, run by the Clare County Sheriff's Office. The jail/corrections line is 989-539-7166 (available 24/7 for inmate inquiries). Inmate status can be confirmed by calling the jail or using the Sheriff's Office inmate search at clareco.net/department/sheriff.