The Bail Bond Process in Duval County
- Arrest — Defendant is taken to Duval County Jail in Jacksonville
- Booking — Fingerprints, photos, and charges are processed
- Bail set — A judge sets the bail amount based on charges and criminal history
- Contact a bail bond agent — Call QuickBail at (941) 477-6888
- Pay 10% premium — The agent's non-refundable fee
- Bond posted — Agent posts the bond with Duval County court
- Release — Defendant is processed out of Duval County Jail
- Court appearances — Defendant attends all scheduled hearings
- Case resolved — Bond is exonerated (released)
What Happens If the Defendant Doesn't Show Up?
If the defendant fails to appear in court (FTA), the court issues a bench warrant and the bond is forfeited. The bail bond agent — and the person who signed the bond (cosigner) — may be responsible for the full bail amount. The agent may use a fugitive recovery specialist to locate the defendant.
How Long Does Release Take?
After the bond is posted at Duval County Jail, release typically takes 4-16 hours depending on the facility's processing volume, time of day, and staffing.
The Duval County Court System
Bail in Duval County is determined by the Duval County Circuit Court. First appearances typically happen at the Jacksonville courthouse within 24 hours of arrest. For standard charges, Duval County follows Florida's standard bail schedule. For more serious offenses, a judge sets bail individually.
Pre-Trial Detention Facility at 500 E Adams St, Jacksonville, FL accepts bail bonds 24 hours a day. Once the bondsman submits the paperwork, the jail's booking staff processes the release. Call (904) 630-5800 to check processing status.
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