Owen County Security Center Inmate Bail & Bonds

Money bail still exists, but less often. Criminal Rule 2.6 favors release in this county without money.

The rule does not cover all cases:

• murder or treason charges;
• someone already out on another case;
• anyone on probation, parole or community corrections.

Release terms are decided at the Circuit Court, the courthouse in Spencer; mail: P.O. Box 86, Spencer, IN 47460.

1. Find the person on the VINELink or call 812-829-5757 or 812-829-4874 (call either).
2. Owen County takes bail after booking.
3. Check payment options with the jail.
4. Go to 291 Vandalia Avenue, Spencer, IN 47460.
5. Bring ID and the date of birth.
6. An agent can post a surety bond.
7. Release from the jail can take hours.

Bonds are cash only, in the exact amount, and the jail takes them 24 hours a day. A bail agent must be registered with the county clerk. For bond questions, call 812-829-5757 and press 0.

Everyone released in the county has 2 duties: make court and avoid arrests. By IC 35-33-8-3.2, this county may also require:

• regular check-ins,
• a no-contact order,
• GPS monitoring,
• and drug or alcohol tests.

Breaking a rule can lead to arrest.

Under IC 27-10, the Indiana Department of Insurance licenses agents. Under IC 27-10-4-5, there are no discounts. In Owen County, that is often about 10 percent.

• Look up the agent with the Indiana Department of Insurance.
• Signing means you could owe the bail.
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• The jail can't suggest an agent.

You may see these here:

• Full cash: the clerk gets it all. After the case, the rest comes back (IC 35-33-8-3.2).
• 10 percent deposit: IC 35-33-8-3.2 lets you pay 10 percent or more. The lesser of $50 or 10 percent, plus $5, is kept.
• Bail bond: an agent licensed under IC 27-10 posts it. Agents keep that fee.
• Property bond: property can sometimes cover bail.

For payments, the Clerk is at the courthouse in Spencer; mail: P.O. Box 146, Spencer, IN 47460; call 812-829-5015.

A short interview often comes first in Owen County. IRAS-PAT asks 7 questions. A result is low, moderate or high.

Refunds come after the case closes. Fees can come out of bail under IC 35-33-8-3.2. An agent's premium is never refunded. Call 812-829-5015 about a refund. Bring the receipt.

For a warrantless arrest, this county has 48 hours to find probable cause. The initial hearing covers charges and rights.

Minor charges may follow a bail schedule. 812-829-5757 or 812-829-4874 (call either) is the jail line.

On November 3, 2026, Hoosiers approved Public Question 1, per the unofficial count. Until this change, the only no-bail charges were murder and treason. Indiana judges can now refuse bail in more cases, provided the proof is evident or the presumption strong and the person is a danger to others. The prosecution has to meet a clear and convincing standard showing release conditions will not reasonably protect others. A no-bail order under this rule is open to appeal.

Since July 1, 2026, Senate Enrolled Act 76 applies. Under Senate Enrolled Act 76, the judge gets notice in writing. At 291 Vandalia Avenue, Spencer, IN 47460, ICE may pick the person up.