Rush County Jail Inmate Bail & Bonds

Criminal Rule 2.6 favors release in this county without money.

Some cases are left out:

• anyone charged with murder or treason;
• a new arrest during pretrial release;
• people on probation or parole.

IC 35-33-8-4 keeps bail no higher than necessary. Judges at the Circuit Court (101 East Second Street, 3rd floor, Rushville, IN 46173) set terms.

1. Search the VINELink; for the amount, call 765-932-2931.
2. Booking in Rush County must end first.
3. Ask the jail which payments work.
4. Go to 131 East First Street, Rushville, IN 46173.
5. Bring ID and the date of birth.
6. Local agents post surety bonds.
7. Plan on hours at the jail.

In the county, the 2 rules are court and no new crimes. IC 35-33-8-3.2 allows extra rules:

• reporting to pretrial staff,
• staying away from a place,
• a curfew,
• and drug or alcohol tests.

A broken rule can end release here.

In Rush County, probable cause is checked within 48 hours. The initial hearing covers charges and rights.

Minor charges may follow a bail schedule. 765-932-2931 is the jail line.

Under IC 27-10, the Indiana Department of Insurance licenses agents. Under IC 27-10-4-5, there are no discounts. A common rate is 10 percent.

• The Indiana Department of Insurance can confirm a license.
• Co-signers can owe the full bail.
• Keep receipts for fees and collateral.
• The jail won't name a bondsman.

A short interview often comes first in Rush County. The IRAS-PAT tool has 7 questions. It lasts 10 to 15 minutes. The answers stay out of a trial.

Refunds come after the case closes. By IC 35-33-8-3.2, fines and costs come out first. An agent's premium is never refunded. Call 765-932-2086 about a refund. Keep the receipt.

Bail comes in a few forms:

• Cash bond: the clerk gets it all. IC 35-33-8-3.2 lets costs come out first.
• 10 percent deposit: under IC 35-33-8-3.2, a deposit of 10 percent may do. The lesser of $50 or 10 percent, plus $5, is kept.
• Agent bond: an agent licensed under IC 27-10 posts it.
• Property bond: property can sometimes cover bail.

Call the clerk at 765-932-2086 (101 E. 2nd Street, Room 209, Rushville, IN 46173).

Indiana voters passed Public Question 1 on November 3, 2026; the statewide totals are unofficial for now. Before the vote, judges could deny bail only for murder and treason. Courts may now withhold bail for other offenses when the case against the defendant is strong and the person presents a real threat to others. The bar is clear and convincing evidence, offered by the state, that no release conditions can reasonably protect the public. The denial can be appealed.

Senate Enrolled Act 76 began July 1, 2026. Under Senate Enrolled Act 76, the judge gets notice in writing. Ask about a hold at 765-932-2931. Paying bail may not mean release. Under 287(g), this county has a warrant service officer agreement signed August 7, 2025. Talk to an immigration lawyer first.