Bail Bonds at Wayne County Jail — Wayne County, Michigan

Call 877-968-9255 24/7 to post bail at Wayne County Jail (Wayne County, Michigan). Premium is 10% of the bail amount; typically 4–12 hours after the bond is posted, depending on jail volume.

Posting a bond at Wayne County Jail

Bonds are accepted at the jail 24/7, 365 days a year, EXCEPT weekdays 8:30am–4:30pm when cash bonds must be posted at the court of jurisdiction (3rd Circuit or 36th District Court). Accepted: cash in $20+ denominations, cashier’s/certified checks payable to the Sheriff of Wayne County, and Visa/Mastercard/Discover/Amex (8% processing fee). No money orders, personal checks, or coins.

Visiting an inmate at Wayne County Jail

All social visits at the Wayne County jail are by video, not in person — one free 30-minute video visit per week for visitors 17+, scheduled through the GettingOut/ViaPath system; a public video-visitation suite is on the 1st floor of the Criminal Justice Center Administration Building (weekdays 8:00am–5:00pm).

What to bring to Wayne County Jail

Personal visitors must present valid government-issued photo ID at check-in; attorneys must also show a valid bar card. To post a bond in person you must be 18 or older. Displaying photos, literature, or nudity during a video visit results in cancellation.

Getting to Wayne County Jail

Adult detention moved in fall 2024 from the old Jail I at 570 Clinton St (Greektown, now vacated) to the new Wayne County Criminal Justice Center at 5301 Russell St, Detroit, MI 48211, between E. Warren Ave and E. Ferry St off the I-75 service drive (Eastern Market/North End). Free visitor parking is in county Lot C (5300 Russell St) and Lot B (5560 Rivard St).

Frequently asked questions

Where are bonds posted for Wayne County Jail?

Bonds are accepted at the jail 24/7, 365 days a year, EXCEPT weekdays 8:30am–4:30pm when cash bonds must be posted at the court of jurisdiction (3rd Circuit or 36th District Court). Accepted: cash in $20+ denominations, cashier’s/certified checks payable to the Sheriff of Wayne County, and Visa/Mastercard/Discover/Amex (8% processing fee). No money orders, personal checks, or coins.

What are visiting rules at Wayne County Jail?

All social visits at the Wayne County jail are by video, not in person — one free 30-minute video visit per week for visitors 17+, scheduled through the GettingOut/ViaPath system; a public video-visitation suite is on the 1st floor of the Criminal Justice Center Administration Building (weekdays 8:00am–5:00pm).

Which court handles Wayne County Jail cases?

36th District Court