Types of Bail Bonds in Palm Beach County

Learn about the different types of bail bonds available in Palm Beach County, Florida — surety, cash, property, federal, and immigration bonds.

QuickBail Team5 min read
Verified by Licensed Bail Bond ProfessionalsLast updated: March 2026
Quick Answer: The most common types of bail bonds in Palm Beach County are: Surety bonds (through a bail bond agent, 10% premium), Cash bonds (full amount paid to court), Property bonds (real estate as collateral), Federal bonds, and Immigration bonds. Surety bonds are by far the most common.

Types of Bail Bonds Available

TypeHow It WorksCost
Surety BondBail agent guarantees the bond10% premium (non-refundable)
Cash BondFull amount paid to court100% (refundable)
Property BondReal estate used as collateralNo premium, but property at risk
Federal BondFor federal charges15% premium typical
Immigration BondFor ICE detaineesVaries

Which Type Is Most Common?

Surety bonds are used in the vast majority of cases in Palm Beach County. Most people cannot afford to pay the full bail amount, so they use a licensed bail bond agent who charges 10% and guarantees the rest.

How to Get a Surety Bond in Palm Beach County

Call QuickBail at (941) 477-6888. A licensed agent handles everything — paperwork, court filing, and coordination with Palm Beach County Jail.

Most Common Bond Type at Palm Beach County Jail

At Palm Beach County Jail in West Palm Beach, the vast majority of bonds posted are surety bonds — the standard 10% bail bond. Cash bonds are less common because most people don't have the full bail amount available. Property bonds are rare due to the lengthy processing time and appraisal requirements.

For federal charges processed through the U.S. District Court (rather than Palm Beach County courts), a federal bail bond is required. Federal bonds have different requirements and typically a 15% premium. For most arrests in Palm Beach County, a standard surety bond through QuickBail is the fastest path to release.

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