Bail Bonds in Fernandina Beach, Florida

Nassau County Jail in Yulee

Fernandina Beach sits on Amelia Island in Nassau County. The Nassau County Jail is not on the island but at 76001 Bobby Moore Circle, Yulee, FL 32097, about 20 minutes west on SR-200. The Fernandina Beach Police Department handles city arrests while the Nassau County Sheriff covers Amelia Island outside city limits and the mainland.

Amelia Island Tourism

Amelia Island is a premier resort destination with the Ritz-Carlton and Omni resorts drawing upscale tourists. Centre Street in downtown Fernandina Beach has a vibrant dining and bar scene. The annual Shrimp Festival and Isle of Eight Flags events generate crowd-related enforcement. Tourist arrests on Amelia Island process through the Yulee jail. The 4th Judicial Circuit also covers Jacksonville (Duval County), but Nassau County has its own jail and court system.

Centre Street Historic District

Centre Street in downtown Fernandina Beach is the main commercial and nightlife strip. The Palace Saloon, reportedly the oldest bar in Florida, and surrounding restaurants generate weekend alcohol-related arrests. FBPD maintains foot patrols downtown during peak hours and festival weekends. The Brett Memorial Boardwalk and waterfront area also see enforcement activity.

Cross-County Transport to Yulee

The drive from Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island to the Nassau County Jail in Yulee takes about 20 minutes via SR-200 (A1A). During Shrimp Festival or other major events, this transport route gets congested. The jail operates a 24/7 bonding window. Nassau County inmate search is available through the Nassau County Sheriff's Office website. The courthouse at 76347 Veterans Way in Yulee handles criminal proceedings.

Posting Bail

Surety bonds (10% non-refundable premium) and cash bonds are accepted. Bonding agents must be registered with the Nassau County Clerk of Court. Call (941) 477-6888 to reach a registered Nassau County bondsman who can post at the facility.

Nearby Cities in Nassau County

All arrests in these cities are processed through the county jail. The booking and bail process described above applies to every one of them.

Florida Bail Bond Protections

• 10% maximum premium — F.S. 648.44.
• Written contract required before payment.
• 21-day collateral return — F.S. 648.442.
• DFS complaints: 1-877-693-5236.