Bail Bonds in Ontonagon County, Michigan
The Bail Bond Center posts bail at every jail and court in Ontonagon County, Michigan, 24/7 — call 877-968-9255. The premium is 10% of the bail amount.
How bail works in Ontonagon County
After an arrest in Ontonagon County, the person is booked at the Ontonagon County Sheriff's Department in the village of Ontonagon. Ontonagon County observes Eastern Time year-round (it is the westernmost county in the United States lying within the Eastern Time Zone). For misdemeanors and the initial felony appearance, arraignment occurs in the 98th District Court, located in the Ontonagon County Courthouse, where a judge or magistrate sets bond. Michigan courts may set a personal recognizance bond (no money down), a 10% cash bond, a cash/surety bond payable through a licensed bail bond agent, or full cash bond, weighing flight risk and public safety under MCR 6.106. In felony cases, the district court conducts a probable-cause conference and preliminary examination; if probable cause is found, the case is bound over to the 32nd Circuit Court for trial-level proceedings. The 32nd Circuit Court serves both Ontonagon and Gogebic counties and may review or modify bond after bindover. Confirm exact bond amounts and payment procedures with the court and Sheriff's Department directly.
Jails & detention facilities in Ontonagon County
Courts in Ontonagon County
Frequently asked questions
Which Ontonagon County court sets bond?
For misdemeanors and the initial felony arraignment, bond is set by the 98th District Court at the Ontonagon County Courthouse, 725 Greenland Rd. After a felony is bound over, the 32nd Circuit Court (serving Ontonagon and Gogebic counties) may review or modify the bond.
Where is someone arrested in Ontonagon County held?
Arrestees are booked and held at the Ontonagon County Sheriff's Department / county jail at 620 Conglomerate St in the village of Ontonagon. For current inmate status, booking details, and bond posting, call the Sheriff's Department at 906-884-4901.