27th Circuit Court of Newaygo County Bail Bonds & Bond Information

After arraignment at 27th Circuit Court of Newaygo County

In Newaygo County, the initial arraignment and the setting and acceptance of bail occur in the 78th District Court (1092 Newell Street, White Cloud, 231-689-7257), which handles all misdemeanors punishable by up to one year as well as the early stages of felony cases. At arraignment the District Court judge advises the defendant of the charges and sets bond, considering factors such as the seriousness of the offense, ties to the community, prior record, and risk of flight. For felony charges, the 78th District Court conducts a preliminary examination to determine whether there is probable cause; if so, the case is bound over to the 27th Circuit Court (1092 Newell Street, White Cloud, 231-689-7252), which has original jurisdiction over felony criminal matters (offenses punishable by more than one year). The Circuit Court then handles further proceedings including any bond review, pretrial, trial, and sentencing. Confirm bond amounts and hearing dates directly with the court.