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Quick Answer: Bail for assault & battery in Manatee County typically ranges from $1,000 – $25,000. The charge is classified as a Misdemeanor to Felony under F.S. 784. The bail bond fee is 10% of the bail amount. Call (941) 477-6888 now.
Assault & Battery Bail Amounts in Manatee County
| Charge Level | Typical Bail | Bond Fee (10%) |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Assault (threats) | $500 – $1,000 | $50 – $100 |
| Simple Battery (touching/striking) | $1,000 – $5,000 | $100 – $500 |
| Aggravated Assault (deadly weapon) | $5,000 – $25,000 | $500 – $2,500 |
| Aggravated Battery (great bodily harm) | $10,000 – $50,000 | $1,000 – $5,000 |
| Battery on LEO/EMT | $5,000 – $25,000 | $500 – $2,500 |
These amounts are guidelines based on the Manatee County bail schedule and typical judge-set bail amounts. Actual bail may vary based on criminal history, flight risk, and other factors.
Assault & Battery Penalties in Florida
Simple assault: 2nd degree misdemeanor (up to 60 days). Simple battery: 1st degree misdemeanor (up to 1 year). Aggravated assault (with weapon): 3rd degree felony (up to 5 years). Aggravated battery (great bodily harm): 2nd degree felony (up to 15 years).
Stand Your Ground
Florida's Stand Your Ground law (F.S. 776.012) may provide a defense to assault/battery charges if the defendant reasonably believed force was necessary to prevent death or great bodily harm.
How to Post Bail for Assault & Battery in Manatee County
- Confirm charges and bail amount — Use Manatee County's online inmate search or call the jail
- Call QuickBail at (941) 477-6888 — Available 24/7, including weekends and holidays
- A licensed Manatee County bondsman contacts you within 5 minutes
- Pay 10% of bail — Cash, credit card, or payment plan available
- Bond is posted — Release takes 4-8 hours at Manatee County jail
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