36th Circuit Court of Van Buren County Bail Bonds & Bond Information

If a defendant was arraigned at 36th Circuit Court of Van Buren County (Van Buren County (felony criminal cases)), The Bail Bond Center posts the bond 24/7 — call 877-968-9255. 36th Circuit Court of Van Buren County sets cash bonds, 10% surety bonds, and personal recognizance.

After arraignment at 36th Circuit Court of Van Buren County

In Van Buren County, a defendant's initial arraignment and bond setting occur in the 7th District Court (212 E Paw Paw Street, Paw Paw, MI 49079; 269-657-8222), which handles misdemeanors and the early stages of felony cases. At arraignment, the District Court judge or magistrate advises the defendant of the charges and sets bond, considering factors such as the seriousness of the offense, criminal history, ties to the community, and risk of flight or danger to the public. For felonies, the 7th District Court conducts a preliminary examination to determine whether there is probable cause. If probable cause is found, the case is bound over to the 36th Circuit Court for Van Buren County (same courthouse, 212 E Paw Paw Street; 269-657-8218), which has jurisdiction over felony trials and may review or modify bond. Michigan bond options include personal recognizance, 10% (cash) bonds, full cash bonds, and surety bonds through a licensed bail bondsman. Confirm hearing dates and bond status with the court directly.

Frequently asked questions

How are bonds set at 36th Circuit Court of Van Buren County?

36th Circuit Court of Van Buren County sets cash bonds, 10% surety bonds, and personal recognizance. In Van Buren County, a defendant's initial arraignment and bond setting occur in the 7th District Court (212 E Paw Paw Street, Paw Paw, MI 49079; 269-657-8222), which handles misdemeanors and the early stages of felony cases. At arraignment, the District Court judge or magistrate advises the defendant of the charges and sets bond, considering factors such as the seriousness of the offense, criminal history, ties to the community, and risk of flight or danger to the public. For felonies, the 7th District Court conducts a preliminary examination to determine whether there is probable cause. If probable cause is found, the case is bound over to the 36th Circuit Court for Van Buren County (same courthouse, 212 E Paw Paw Street; 269-657-8218), which has jurisdiction over felony trials and may review or modify bond. Michigan bond options include personal recognizance, 10% (cash) bonds, full cash bonds, and surety bonds through a licensed bail bondsman. Confirm hearing dates and bond status with the court directly.

What does a bail bond cost for a Van Buren County case?

10% of the bail amount, set by the Michigan Dept. of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS).