Quick Answer: A surety bond is the most common type of bail bond in Florida. To find surety bonds near you, call QuickBail at (941) 477-6888. We connect you with a licensed bail bond agent in your county who writes surety bonds — available 24/7. You pay just 10% of the bail amount.
What Is a Surety Bond?
A surety bond is a three-party agreement between:
- The court — requires assurance the defendant will appear
- The bail bond agent (surety) — guarantees payment of the full bail if the defendant fails to appear
- The defendant / cosigner (principal) — pays the 10% premium
When someone says "I need a bail bond," they almost always mean a surety bond. It's used in over 90% of all bail transactions in Florida.
How to Find Surety Bonds Near You
The fastest way to find a licensed surety bond agent near you in Florida:
- Call QuickBail at (941) 477-6888 — we match you with a local agent in under 5 minutes
- Start online at quickbail.com/start-bail-process
- Verify any agent's license at licenseesearch.fldfs.com
Who Does Surety Bonds Near Me?
Licensed bail bond agents (also called bail bondsmen) write surety bonds. In Florida, they must be licensed by the Florida Department of Financial Services. QuickBail partners with licensed agents in every Florida county:
| County | Major City | Surety Bonds Available |
|---|---|---|
| Pinellas | Clearwater / St. Pete | 24/7 |
| Hillsborough | Tampa | 24/7 |
| Broward | Fort Lauderdale | 24/7 |
| Miami-Dade | Miami | 24/7 |
| Orange | Orlando | 24/7 |
| Duval | Jacksonville | 24/7 |
| Palm Beach | West Palm Beach | 24/7 |
| Lee | Fort Myers | 24/7 |
| Brevard | Melbourne | 24/7 |
| Volusia | Daytona Beach | 24/7 |
Surety Bond vs. Cash Bond
| Surety Bond | Cash Bond | |
|---|---|---|
| You pay | 10% of bail | 100% of bail |
| Refundable? | No (it's the agent's fee) | Yes (after case resolves) |
| Speed | Agent handles everything | You handle it at the court |
| Best for | Most people | Those with full cash available |
How Much Does a Surety Bond Cost?
In Florida, the surety bond premium is always 10% of the total bail amount. This rate is set by law — no agent can legally charge more or less.
| Bail Set by Judge | Surety Bond Cost (10%) |
|---|---|
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $25,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
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