Bail Bonds in Gulfport, Florida

Gulfport PD to Clearwater Jail

Gulfport has its own police department (GPD) serving this eclectic waterfront community on Boca Ciega Bay in southern Pinellas County. All arrests transport to the Pinellas County Jail in Clearwater, about 20 minutes north. GPD operates from 2401 53rd Street South.

Art District and Tuesday Market

Gulfport's Beach Boulevard Art District is a vibrant arts community with galleries, studios, and boutiques. The Tuesday Fresh Market, First Friday Art Walk, and Gecko Fest attract visitors. These events generate modest alcohol-related and parking enforcement. GPD patrols Beach Boulevard on foot during events.

Boca Ciega Bay Waterfront

Gulfport's location on Boca Ciega Bay provides waterfront dining, the Gulfport Municipal Marina, and Gulfport Beach. FWC patrols the bay for BUI and boating safety. The Gulfport Casino Ballroom (a historic dance venue, not a gambling establishment) hosts events that contribute to weekend enforcement activity.

Stetson Law School

Stetson University College of Law's main campus is in Gulfport. Law students and faculty are a significant part of the community. The college campus has its own security, but off-campus incidents involve GPD. Student-area enforcement focuses on noise complaints, parking, and minor alcohol violations.

St. Petersburg Border

Gulfport is surrounded by St. Petersburg on three sides. The cities share boundaries along 49th Street and other corridors. Cross-city pursuits and boundary-area arrests require coordination between GPD and SPPD. Both agencies book at the same Clearwater jail. The Pinellas County Clerk at (727) 464-7000 handles case lookups.

Posting Bail

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

Nearby Cities in Pinellas 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.