Bail Bonds in St. Augustine, Florida
Arrested in St. Augustine? All St. Johns County bookings process through the St. Johns County Jail. We connect you with licensed local bondsmen.
The St. Johns County Jail
The St. Johns County Jail is at 4015 Lewis Speedway, St. Augustine, FL 32084. Phone: (904) 824-8304. Run by the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office (SJSO), this is the single booking and detention facility for the county. St. Augustine Police Department (SAPD) handles city arrests but all booking goes through the SJSO facility on Lewis Speedway.
Address: 4015 Lewis Speedway, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Circuit: 7th Judicial Circuit (Volusia + Flagler + Putnam + St. Johns)
Tourism and Historic District Arrests
St. Augustine is the oldest city in the United States and draws over 6 million tourists annually. The historic downtown district along St. George Street and Avenida Menendez generates a steady volume of alcohol-related arrests, particularly during festivals like Nights of Lights (November-January) and Easter weekend. Tourist arrestees from out of state face the same flight-risk complications as other tourist-heavy Florida cities. Court cases are heard in the 7th Judicial Circuit, the same circuit as Daytona Beach.
SJSO vs. SAPD Jurisdiction
St. Augustine has a compact city center, but the surrounding unincorporated areas of St. Johns County are patrolled by SJSO. Ponte Vedra Beach, World Golf Village, and Nocatee are all SJSO territory. The distinction matters because SAPD and SJSO maintain separate records systems, even though all bookings go to the same Lewis Speedway jail. If you cannot find someone in the SJSO system, call SAPD at (904) 825-1000 to check if they are still in city processing.
Flagler College and Student Population
Flagler College's campus sits in the heart of the historic district, and the student population contributes to nightlife-related arrests along St. George Street. The compact geography of downtown St. Augustine means most arrests occur within walking distance of the college. Student arrest records can affect enrollment, financial aid, and professional licensing applications.
Posting Bail
Surety bonds (10% non-refundable premium) and cash bonds are accepted. Bonding agents must be registered with the St. Johns County Clerk of Court. Call (941) 477-6888 to reach a registered St. Johns County bondsman who can post at the facility.
Nearby Cities in Johns 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.
Someone Arrested in St. Augustine?
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