46th Circuit Court of Otsego County Bail Bonds & Bond Information

After arraignment at 46th Circuit Court of Otsego County

In Otsego County, the initial arraignment and the setting of bond occur in the 87-A District Court (800 Livingston Blvd, Suite 1-C, Gaylord; 989-731-0201), which handles arraignments for both misdemeanors and felonies. At arraignment, the judge or magistrate advises the defendant of the charges and sets bond, weighing flight risk, the seriousness of the offense, prior record, and community safety. Michigan options include release on personal recognizance, unsecured bond, 10%/cash bond, or surety bond. Misdemeanors generally stay in the 87-A District Court. For felonies, the District Court conducts a preliminary examination; if probable cause is established, the case is bound over to the 46th Circuit Court (225 W. Main St., Gaylord; 989-731-7500), which has jurisdiction over felony trials and sentencing. The Circuit Court may review or modify bond conditions after bindover. Otsego County's courts operate under a Concurrent Jurisdiction Plan as a unified trial court. Confirm hearing dates and bond status with the appropriate court clerk.