Bail Bonds in Livingston County, Michigan
The Bail Bond Center posts bail at every jail and court in Livingston County, Michigan, 24/7 — call 877-968-9255. The premium is 10% of the bail amount.
How bail works in Livingston County
After an arrest in Livingston County, the person is taken to the Livingston County Jail at 150 S. Highlander Way, Howell, MI 48843 (517-546-2445) for booking by the Sheriff's Office. Following booking, the defendant is arraigned in the 53rd District Court, which handles initial arraignments and sets bond for both misdemeanor and felony charges. At arraignment a judge or magistrate advises the defendant of the charges and sets conditions of release. Under Michigan court rules, bond may be a personal recognizance (PR) bond requiring no money down, a cash bond requiring the full amount, a 10 percent bond where the defendant deposits 10 percent of the set amount with the court, or a surety bond posted through a licensed bail agent. Misdemeanors are generally resolved in the 53rd District Court. Felony cases proceed to a preliminary examination in the District Court; if probable cause is found, the case is bound over to the 44th Circuit Court of Livingston County in Howell for trial-level proceedings.
Jails & detention facilities in Livingston County
Courts in Livingston County
Frequently asked questions
Which Livingston County court sets bond?
Bond is initially set at arraignment in the 53rd District Court, which has locations at 204 S. Highlander Way, Howell, MI 48843 (517-548-1000) and 224 N. 1st St., Brighton, MI 48116 (810-229-6615). Felony cases that are bound over after a preliminary examination proceed to the 44th Circuit Court of Livingston County at 204 S. Highlander Way, Howell, MI 48843, which may review or modify bond.
Where is someone arrested in Livingston County held?
Individuals arrested in Livingston County are held at the Livingston County Jail, operated by the Sheriff's Office, at 150 S. Highlander Way, Howell, MI 48843. The booking/jail phone is 517-546-2445. Confirm whether someone is in custody using the Sheriff's Office online inmate search at milivcounty.gov/jail/inmate-information or by calling the Sheriff's Department at 517-546-2440.