25th Circuit Court of Marquette County Bail Bonds & Bond Information

After arraignment at 25th Circuit Court of Marquette County

In Marquette County, the initial arraignment and bond setting for both misdemeanors and felonies occur in the 96th District Court (234 W. Baraga Ave., Marquette, MI 49855; 906-225-8235), which has authority to set and accept bail. At arraignment the judge informs the defendant of the charges and constitutional rights and sets bond, weighing flight risk and danger to the community; under Michigan practice the judge may order release on personal recognizance, an unsecured appearance bond, or a cash, 10% deposit, or surety bond, and may impose conditions. For felony charges, the 96th District Court also conducts the first appearance and the preliminary examination. If the judge finds probable cause that a felony was committed, the case is bound over to the 25th Circuit Court, which has jurisdiction over felony criminal trials in Marquette County. Bond may be reviewed or modified by the Circuit Court once the case is bound over. Misdemeanor matters generally remain in the District Court.