Disorderly Intoxication Bail Bonds in Florida

Understanding Disorderly Intoxication Bail in Florida

In Florida, disorderly intoxication is generally classified as a misdemeanor offense. When an individual is arrested on this charge, they are typically booked into a county jail and must wait for a first appearance hearing. By law, this hearing must take place within 24 hours of the arrest. During this initial court appearance, a judge will formally review the arrest report and determine the conditions of release, which often includes setting a specific bail amount.

When deciding whether to grant bail and at what amount, the judge evaluates several key factors. These include the specific circumstances and severity of the incident, the defendant's prior criminal record, and their ties to the community, which helps the court assess any potential flight risk. Because disorderly intoxication involves public safety concerns, judges want to ensure the defendant will return to court to face the charges before allowing their release.

Posting Your Bond Statewide with QuickBail

If a judge sets a cash bail that is too expensive to pay out of pocket, you can secure a release by posting a surety bond. Through QuickBail, you can connect with a licensed bail bond agent who can write bonds in all 67 Florida counties. By paying a standard, non-refundable 10% premium, an agent will post the full bond to get your loved one released quickly.

Disorderly Intoxication in Florida

Being intoxicated in a public place and causing a disturbance or endangering safety of another person. A 2nd degree misdemeanor. Often paired with other charges.

How to Post Bail for Disorderly Intoxication

1. Confirm the charges and bail amount — Use the county's online inmate search or call the jail directly
2. Call QuickBail at (941) 477-6888 — Available 24/7, including weekends and holidays
3. A licensed bondsman contacts you within 5 minutes — They verify the charges and bail amount
4. Pay the 10% premium — Cash, credit card, or payment plan
5. Bond is posted — Release processing takes 4-8 hours at most Florida jails

Florida Statute Reference

Disorderly Intoxication offenses in Florida are governed by F.S. 856.011. For the full text, visit the Florida Legislature website.

The right to bail in Florida is guaranteed by Article I, Section 14 of the Florida Constitution for all non-capital offenses.

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