Anderson County Jail Inmate Bail & Bonds
Anderson County Bail and Pretrial Release
Bail and bond for a Lawrenceburg arrest are set by judges at the Anderson County Courthouse, 151 S. Main St., Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 and paid to the circuit clerk there, but release happens in Frankfort: Anderson County runs no jail, so its arrestees are housed at the Franklin County Regional Jail, 400 Coffee Tree Road, Frankfort, KY 40601 (502-875-8782). The county sits in the 53rd Judicial Circuit with Shelby and Spencer.
How can I find the bond for someone held in Frankfort?
Ring the Franklin County Regional Jail at 502-875-8782. Say the person was arrested in Anderson County, and have a full name and birthday handy. The inmate list sometimes shows the bond as well. A blank bond field can mean the judge has not ruled yet.
↑ Back to the question listWhere does Anderson County bond money go?
The circuit clerk in the Anderson County Courthouse, 151 S. Main St., Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 collects it during business hours. Call 502-839-3508 (circuit) or 502-839-5445 (district) to check the amount. Cash works, as do cashier's checks and money orders; for many payments, Kentucky's ePay site is also available. A photo ID is needed at the window.
↑ Back to the question listIs there a bail bondsman in Lawrenceburg?
No, and there can't be. Kentucky law (KRS 431.510) bans bail for profit. Relatives deal with the clerk directly and pay nobody a cut. Deposits are mostly refunded when the case wraps up, provided the defendant came to court.
↑ Back to the question listWhat does the pretrial officer look at?
Lawrenceburg arrests are booked into the Franklin County Regional Jail (502-875-8782), and soon after, Pretrial Services speaks with the defendant, verifies who they are and reviews past cases (KRS 431.515). The officer then reports a risk rating to the judge. Under KRS 431.066, the judge leans toward release with no money down for a low rating.
↑ Back to the question listWhich bond types can a judge set?
Lawrenceburg judges pick from a short menu. Recognizance releases a person on a signed promise alone, and an unsecured bond means money is owed only after a no-show. A ten percent deposit lets the family post a tenth of the amount in cash (KRS 431.530), while a full cash bond requires the whole sum. Property worth double the bail can also secure release (KRS 431.535), and a relative the judge approves can stand as an unpaid surety (KRS 431.520).
↑ Back to the question listWhat keeps Anderson bail from being too high?
The Anderson circuit clerk on South Main Street (502-839-3508) can read back a bond once it is set. In setting it, judges must weigh the charge and what the defendant can afford (KRS 431.525). Holding someone just for a violation is disfavored (KRS 431.062). For a nonviolent misdemeanor, bail stops at the most the fine and costs could total. A standard figure covers many Class D felonies (KRS 431.540), and abuse cases add victim protections (KRS 431.064). Each day jailed before release earns $100 of credit against bail (KRS 431.066).
↑ Back to the question listHow do bond refunds work?
Once the case is over, a defendant who made every date gets the deposit back with 10 percent kept by the clerk ($5 minimum). Acquittals and dismissals carry no fee. Outstanding fines, costs or restitution get paid out of it first. The clerk at 502-839-3508 knows when checks go out.
↑ Back to the question listWhich release conditions can an Anderson County judge set?
Judges here may require no contact with a named person, sobriety, testing for drugs, GPS tracking or reporting in. A broken term or skipped hearing invites arrest, with forfeiture possible 20 days after notice (KRS 431.545). A lawyer can ask for a change.
↑ Back to the question listWho speaks at an Anderson bond hearing?
The Anderson County Attorney (138 S. Main Street, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 (502-839-5164)) handles misdemeanors and the early part of felonies. Indicted felonies belong to the 53rd Circuit Commonwealth's Attorney in Shelbyville (544 Main Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065 (502-647-3019)). If the defendant can't afford counsel, the Shelbyville Trial Office of the Department of Public Advocacy (487 Frankfort Rd., Suite 1, Shelbyville, KY 40065; 833-514-8984) is appointed. See our court guide.
↑ Back to the question listDoes posting bond in Lawrenceburg clear a federal or ICE hold?
No. Ask the regional jail in Frankfort (502-875-8782) which holds are lodged; the U.S. Marshals' Frankfort office answers at 502-223-5608 and ICE's Louisville office at 502-625-6202. Federal charges are decided at the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky, 330 West Broadway, Frankfort, KY 40601, 502-223-5225, where a federal judge rules on release. ICE detainers can keep a person up to 48 hours after state custody would end. Call 502-875-8782, then try the ICE locator tool or Bureau of Prisons search.
↑ Back to the question listAnderson County Jail
Address:
1000 Detention Road
Lawrenceburg, KY 40065
Phone:
502-875-8782
Frequently Asked Questions about Bail and Bonds in Anderson County
Does Anderson County have bail?
What kind of bonds are accepted in Anderson County?
Who can set bail in Anderson County?
When is bail set in Anderson County Kentucky?
Does Anderson County have bail?
Yes, Section 16 the Kentucky Constitution guarantees the right to bail for all but capital crimes. However, Kentucky does not permit bond companies to operate within the state. Any bonds would be gotten through the Anderson County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Anderson County?
Kentucky offers several options when it comes to paying bail including release on own recognizance, cash bail, percentage bond, property bond, surety bond or unsecured bond.
Who can set bail in Anderson County?
Pretrial officers are mandated to conduct an interview and assessment within 12 hours of arrest on individuals arrested on bailable offenses. If a defendant does not qualify for administrative release, pretrial officers then present the findings to a judge, who makes the decision about pretrial release.
When is bail set in Anderson County Kentucky?
Bail is set either the day of the arrest or by a judge at the arraignment, which is when the defendant will also enter a plea. In most cases the arraignment will occur the morning following arrest.
What is Bail?
Bail is money paid that is held by the Anderson County or municipal court to make sure that the arrested does not flee the area before their trial. Bail amounts and other conditions are determined at the arraignment.
The State of Kentucky has banned commercial bail by a bail bond company.
Pretrial officers are mandated to conduct an interview and assessment within 12 hours of arrest on individuals arrested on bailable offenses. If a defendant does not qualify for administrative release, pretrial officers then present the findings to a judge, who makes the decision about pretrial release.
It is always important to have family involvement after being arrested. Not only can they make calls and communicate on your behalf, but family support will show the court that there are people who will make sure that the defendant makes it to court, not only for the defendant’s own good, but because they may have signed bond paperwork and responsible to pay if the defendant does not show in court.
(There have been phone scams where a bond company calls and informs a person that their family member has been arrested and they ask for financial information. There are no bond companies in Kentucky.)
If the pretrial officer and judge determines that the defendant would be a danger to the public if they were released, bail can be denied, and the person will be detained in the Anderson County Jail until the case is resolved or goes to trial. Bail can also be denied if the defendant did not comply with bail conditions from a previous arrest.
What is the difference between Bail and Bond?
Bail and bond are used interchangeably to mean the same thing but technically, they are different. The bail is the amount to be paid and a bond is a signed document promising payment of the bail amount with certain conditions.
The thought of being in jail can cause the arrested to panic and try to secure a bond immediately.
DO NOT panic and take the time to understand all the options.
More courts are now trying to work with defendants to make bail work and might provide non-monetary options or even reduce the bail.
What are the different types of bonds in Anderson County?
Based on a review of information from the pretrial officer, the judge will determine and notify the accused of which types of bonds are available to them.
These are the bonds that the Clerk of Court can process in Kentucky:
For minor offenses, the defendant, friend, or family can pay the full amount of bail.
A personal recognizance bond is where the defendant or someone representing the defendant signs paperwork which only requires a signature and promise from the defendant to return to court. If the defendant does not return to court, a warrant for arrest and detention can follow.
An unsecured release requires the defendant’s signature and conditions to be met. If the defendant does not return to court, the bail amount would need to be paid.
Cash percentage bond. If the bond order permits, the defendant pays 10% to the court, which then holds the money until the case is over. 10% of the 10% paid remains with the court and in most cases, there are court fees or fines due in addition, so if the defendant returns to all court hearings, 90% of the money paid to the court will be returned but additional fines and fees might be owed.
Third-party surety release requires another person called a surety to sign with the defendant. The other person would need to put up property or partial money. Surety can be family, friend or a bondsperson. Your attorney cannot act as a surety.
A property bond is a bond that the courts might consider in which the bond is pledged in land or home real estate (mobile homes are not accepted). Usually, the property must be in the same state as the courts, and it must be worth at least 2 times the amount of the bond. There are multiple court fees involved to execute a property bond with the courts and a tedious process to get the property deed back, although the court generally does not start the process to acquire the deed unless the defendant does not show to a court appearance.
Does Anderson County Kentucky have bail?
Yes, Section 16 the Kentucky Constitution guarantees the right to bail for all but capital crimes. However, Kentucky does not permit bond companies to operate within the state. Any bonds would be gotten through the Anderson County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Anderson County?
Kentucky offers several options when it comes to paying bail including release on own recognizance, cash bail, percentage bond, property bond, surety bond or unsecured bond.
Who can set bail in Anderson County?
Pretrial officers are mandated to conduct an interview and assessment within 12 hours of arrest on individuals arrested on bailable offenses. If a defendant does not qualify for administrative release, pretrial officers then present the findings to a judge, who makes the decision about pretrial release.
When is bail set in Kentucky?
Bail is set either the day of the arrest or by a judge at the arraignment, which is when the defendant will also enter a plea. In most cases the arraignment will occur the morning following arrest.
Can I get the bail or bond reduced in Anderson County Kentucky?
Yes, your attorney can file a request for bail adjustment with the District Court Judge assigned to the case.
In Anderson County Kentucky, who can pay bail for me?
The person posting bail should be a relative or close friend, called a surety, because they are promising and taking responsibility that you will return to court to get their money back. A surety is not responsible for court fees or paying off personal debts for the defendant.
Can bail be paid online in Anderson County Kentucky?
Kentucky does not have an online bail payment system; however, you can add funds to an inmate’s spending account which can then be used to post bail. Please contact the jail for specific information on how to pay bail. Go to the Anderson County Jail for contact information about the jails in Anderson County or the Clerk of Court.
What options are there to pay bail in Anderson County Kentucky?
Most all jail and courts accept cash, a cashier or bankers’ check. Some accept a credit card with fees. Contact the jail for specific information on what methods of payment are accepted: Go to the Anderson County Jail for more information about the jails in Anderson County.
Will I get all my bond money back in Kentucky?
Bail money is returned to the person who paid the bail; in whole or in part once the case is finished. Not all money is returned due to bond percentages and court fees.
Can I get bail or a bond with no money down in Anderson County?
The judge or officer who sets bail determines which kind of bail will be an option for you, but a cash bond and PR bonds usually do not require cash down, though you might have to pay court fees.
A cash bond or a personal recognizance bond are bonds where someone representing the defendant signs paperwork promising to pay the bail amount if the defendant does not show up to court. There is no money due up front.
What are the least expensive and affordable bail bonds in Kentucky?
Kentucky does not allow bond companies to operate in the state. The bond is acquired through the courts. A cash bond or a personal recognizance bond does not require money down.