Brevard County Bail Schedule — Bail Amounts by Charge

Brevard County bail amounts by charge type. See the typical bail schedule for misdemeanors and felonies in Melbourne, Florida.

Verified by Licensed Bail Bond ProfessionalsLast updated: March 2026
Quick Answer: Brevard County uses a bail schedule that sets standard bail amounts based on the charge. Misdemeanors range from $250-$2,500. Felonies range from $2,500-$250,000+. A judge can adjust these amounts at the first appearance hearing.

Brevard County Bail Schedule — Typical Amounts

Charge TypeTypical Bail RangeYou Pay (10%)
Minor misdemeanor$250 – $1,000$25 – $100
DUI (first offense)$500 – $2,500$50 – $250
Domestic violence$1,000 – $5,000$100 – $500
Felony (3rd degree)$2,500 – $15,000$250 – $1,500
Felony (2nd degree)$15,000 – $50,000$1,500 – $5,000
Felony (1st degree)$50,000 – $250,000$5,000 – $25,000
Drug trafficking$25,000 – $500,000$2,500 – $50,000

Can the Judge Change the Bail Amount?

Yes. The bail schedule provides default amounts, but a Brevard County judge can adjust bail up or down at the first appearance hearing based on:

  • Criminal history
  • Flight risk
  • Severity of charges
  • Community ties (employment, family, residence)
  • Danger to the public

Brevard County Judicial Circuit

Brevard County is part of Florida's judicial circuit system. Bail schedules are set by the Chief Judge of the circuit and may be updated periodically. For the most current bail schedule, contact the Brevard County Clerk of Court or ask your bail bondsman.

Note that judges in Brevard County have discretion to set bail higher or lower than the standard schedule based on individual circumstances. Factors include the defendant's ties to Cocoa, employment status, prior criminal history, and the specifics of the current charges. For current inmates at Brevard County Jail Complex, call (321) 690-1500 to confirm the exact bail amount.

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