How much is bail for dui in Florida?

Bail for dui in Florida typically ranges from $500 – $10,000. The exact amount depends on the specific charges, criminal history, and judge discretion. The bail bond fee is 10% of the bail amount, set by Florida law.

Can you bail out of jail for dui?

Yes, in most cases. DUI charges classified as misdemeanor to felony are eligible for bail in Florida. Call QuickBail at (941) 477-6888 for immediate assistance.

What is the Florida statute for dui?

DUI in Florida is governed by F.S. 316.193. This statute defines the offense, classifications, and penalties.

DUI Bail Bonds in Florida — Bail Amounts & Process

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In This Guide

Quick Answer — Bail Amounts
Detailed Breakdown by Charge Level
Florida Statute Reference
How to Post Bail
Related Charges

Quick Answer: Bail for dui in Florida typically ranges from $500 – $10,000. The charge is classified as a Misdemeanor to Felony under F.S. 316.193. The bail bond fee is 10% of the total bail amount. Call (941) 477-6888 to start the bail process now.

DUI Bail in Florida

A first-offense DUI in Florida is typically a misdemeanor with relatively low bail. However, repeat offenses, high BAC levels, and DUIs involving injury or death escalate to felony charges with significantly higher bail.

Charge	Classification	Typical Bail
DUI (1st offense)	Misdemeanor	$500 – $1,000
DUI (2nd offense)	Misdemeanor	$1,000 – $2,500
DUI (3rd in 10 yrs)	3rd Degree Felony	$2,500 – $10,000
DUI w/ Injury	3rd Degree Felony	$5,000 – $25,000
DUI Manslaughter	2nd Degree Felony	$25,000 – $100,000+

Mandatory Sobriety Before Release

Florida law requires that DUI defendants are not released until sober — their BAC must return to 0.00 or a minimum of 8 hours must pass since arrest, whichever comes later. This means bail can be posted immediately, but actual release is delayed until the sobriety requirement is met.

How to Post Bail for DUI

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

Florida Statute Reference

DUI offenses in Florida are governed by F.S. 316.193. Key provisions include the definition of the offense, penalty classifications, and sentencing guidelines. 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. This means that for most dui charges, bail must be offered — the only question is the amount.