Arrested in Chipley? All Washington County bookings process through the Washington County Jail. We connect you with licensed local bondsmen.
Chipley is the county seat of Washington County, and the Washington County Jail is at 711 3rd Street, Chipley, FL 32428. Phone: (850) 638-6115. The Chipley Police Department handles city arrests while the Washington County Sheriff covers surrounding areas.
I-10 runs through Washington County south of Chipley. SR-77 provides north-south connectivity through the city. FHP handles I-10 enforcement. The I-10/SR-77 interchange generates commercial and traffic enforcement activity.
The Northwest Florida Championship Rodeo and Washington County Fair generate seasonal enforcement. These events draw visitors from across the Panhandle. DUI enforcement increases during event weekends.
Falling Waters State Park near Chipley features Florida's only waterfall, a 73-foot cascade into a sinkhole. The park attracts visitors year-round. Park rangers handle in-park enforcement.
The Washington County Clerk at (850) 638-6285 handles case lookups. The 14th Judicial Circuit covers six Panhandle counties including Bay County (Panama City). The Washington County Courthouse at 1331 South Boulevard handles criminal proceedings.
Washington-Holmes Technical Center provides vocational training for Washington and Holmes county residents. The campus generates modest enforcement. Chipley's role as the county seat brings government services, courthouse activity, and jail operations that define the town's character. BPD coordinates with WCSO on patrol of the commercial areas along US-90 and SR-77.
The Northwest Florida Water Management District office in the Chipley area manages water resources for the Panhandle region. Falling Waters State Park and Blue Lake demonstrate the area's karst geology with sinkholes and underground aquifers. The natural springs and waterways surrounding Chipley provide recreation and FWC enforcement opportunities throughout the year.
Surety bonds (10% non-refundable premium) and cash bonds are accepted. Bonding agents must be registered with the Washington County Clerk of Court. Call (941) 477-6888 to reach a registered Washington County bondsman who can post at the facility.
All arrests in these cities are processed through the county jail. The booking and bail process described above applies to every one of them.
A licensed Washington County bondsman is standing by.