Calloway County Jail Inmate Bail & Bonds
Calloway County Bail and Pretrial Release
Murray and Calloway County arrests are booked at the Calloway County Jail, 310 North 4th Street, Murray, KY 42071 (270-753-6150), and bail, bond and release all run through the circuit clerk's staff in the Calloway County Judicial Building, 312 North 4th Street, Murray, KY 42071 next door. For the courts themselves, Circuit Court is 270-753-2773 and District Court 270-753-0060.
1. How do I find out the bond after a Murray arrest?
Look up the person on the jail roster, or call the jail at 270-753-6150 and ask for the charges and the bond the judge set. The jail's fee list includes a $5 bond fee, so ask about that too. Write down the case number before you head to the clerk's office next door.
↑ Back to the question list2. Where and how is bond paid in Calloway County?
Murray bonds go through the circuit clerk, whose office sits in the Calloway County Judicial Building, 312 North 4th Street, Murray, KY 42071. The Calloway clerk takes cash, checks, money orders and cards for most bills, with a fee on cards. Bond and restitution, though, must be paid in cash. Call circuit at 270-753-2773 or district at 270-753-0060 to confirm hours before you go.
↑ Back to the question list3. Can I hire a bondsman in Murray?
No. Murray relatives hand the money to the clerk's counter next to the jail (270-753-2773), because Kentucky outlaws commercial bail (KRS 431.510) and there are no bond agents to call. Most of that deposit is refunded once the case is done, unless the defendant skipped a hearing.
↑ Back to the question list4. Will a local pretrial officer recommend release?
At the North 4th Street jail (270-753-6150), a pretrial officer meets each person booked and scores how likely they are to skip court or be arrested again (KRS 431.515). People scored low risk are commonly let go on a promise to return (KRS 431.066). Some moderate-risk cases get supervision, and minor charges may end with just a citation.
↑ Back to the question list5. Which bond options does local use?
A Murray judge can release someone on their own word, or set an unsecured bond that is paid only if court is missed. A deposit bond means posting 10 percent in cash (KRS 431.530), and a cash bond means paying the whole bail. Property worth twice the bail can be pledged instead (KRS 431.535).
The judge may let a relative act as surety without charge (KRS 431.520).
↑ Back to the question list6. How do local judges set bail amounts?
A Calloway District or Circuit judge sets the amount, and the jail at 270-753-6150 can tell you the figure once it is entered. A person's finances must be part of that decision (KRS 431.525), and few people are jailed over a violation alone (KRS 431.062). In an injury-free misdemeanor, the fine plus costs is the ceiling on bail. Class D felony bail follows a state schedule (KRS 431.540). Victim safety weighs heavily in domestic violence and sex offense cases (KRS 431.064).
↑ Back to the question list7. How are local bond refunds handled?
Make each hearing and the deposit is refunded when the case ends, minus 10 percent with a $5 minimum. When charges are dropped or a jury acquits, nothing is held back. Court debts such as fines can be subtracted first. Call 270-753-2773 to ask how much will come back and when the check will be mailed.
↑ Back to the question list8. What release rules do local judges add?
Calloway orders may include keeping clear of the victim, sobriety, drug tests, GPS tracking or phone check-ins. Skip a hearing and the judge may issue a warrant; the deposit is lost 20 days after notice (KRS 431.545). If a rule makes it impossible to work or care for family, defense counsel may file to have it adjusted.
↑ Back to the question list9. Who are the lawyers in local bail hearings?
Calloway and Marshall make up the 42nd Judicial Circuit. Calloway's county attorney is at 204 South Sixth Street, Murray, KY 42071 (270-753-3312), and the Commonwealth's Attorney office is in Benton at 91 North Main Street, Suite B, Benton, KY 42025 (270-527-3624). Defendants who cannot pay for a lawyer may get the Murray Trial Office (607 S. 6th Street, Murray, KY 42071; 833-514-8983), which can argue at arraignment for release or a lower bond.
↑ Back to the question list10. Does a Calloway bond help with a federal charge or ICE hold?
No. A state bond has no power over federal charges, which belong to the U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky, 501 Broadway, Paducah, KY 42001, 270-415-6400. Ask the jail about immigration holds before paying, because a detainer from ICE may stretch custody as long as 48 hours past release. Track people with the ICE finder or the federal prison locator.
↑ Back to the question listCalloway County Jail
Address:
310 North 4th Street
Murray, KY 42071
Phone:
270-753-6150
Frequently Asked Questions about Bail and Bonds in Calloway County
Does Calloway County have bail?
What kind of bonds are accepted in Calloway County?
Who can set bail in Calloway County?
When is bail set in Calloway County Kentucky?
Does Calloway 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 Calloway County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Calloway 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 Calloway 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 Calloway 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 Calloway 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 Calloway 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 Calloway 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 Calloway 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 Calloway County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Calloway 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 Calloway 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 Calloway County Kentucky?
Yes, your attorney can file a request for bail adjustment with the District Court Judge assigned to the case.
In Calloway 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 Calloway 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 Calloway County Jail for contact information about the jails in Calloway County or the Clerk of Court.
What options are there to pay bail in Calloway 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 Calloway County Jail for more information about the jails in Calloway 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 Calloway 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.