Bail Bonds in Eaton County, Michigan
The Bail Bond Center posts bail at every jail and court in Eaton County, Michigan, 24/7 — call 877-968-9255. The premium is 10% of the bail amount.
How bail works in Eaton County
After an arrest in Eaton County, the person is booked into the Eaton County Jail, operated by the Eaton County Sheriff's Office Corrections Division at 1025 Independence Boulevard, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517-543-3512). Following booking, the defendant is arraigned. For misdemeanors and the initial appearance in felony cases, arraignment occurs in the 56A District Court (1045 Independence Boulevard, Charlotte), where a judge advises the defendant of the charges and sets bond. Michigan bond types include a personal recognizance bond (release on a promise to appear), a 10% (cash/percentage) bond, a cash or surety bond, and conditional release. Misdemeanors are generally resolved in the 56A District Court. For felonies, the District Court holds a preliminary examination; if probable cause is found, the case is bound over to the 56th Circuit Court (1045 Independence Boulevard, Suite 200, Charlotte; 517-543-7500), which has jurisdiction over felony criminal cases. Bond can be posted at the jail's bond lobby (door #3). Specific bond amounts and conditions are set by the judge based on the charges, flight risk, and public safety.
Jails & detention facilities in Eaton County
Courts in Eaton County
Frequently asked questions
Which Eaton County court sets bond?
For misdemeanors and the initial arraignment in felony cases, bond is set by the 56A District Court at 1045 Independence Boulevard, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517-543-7520). Felony cases that are bound over are handled by the 56th Circuit Court at 1045 Independence Boulevard, Suite 200, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517-543-7500).
Where is someone arrested in Eaton County held?
Arrestees are held at the Eaton County Jail, run by the Sheriff's Office Corrections Division, at 1025 Independence Boulevard, Charlotte, MI 48813 (517-543-3512). Eaton County does not publish an online inmate roster; to locate someone, contact the Sheriff's Office directly, or use Michigan OTIS for state prisoners or the federal BOP locator for federal custody.