Edmonson County Jail Inmate Bail & Bonds
Edmonson County Bail and Pretrial Release
Bail to get someone out after an Edmonson arrest is posted in Brownsville or Munfordville, because without a county jail, Edmonson sends the people it arrests to be housed at the Hart County Jail in Munfordville (520 AA Whitman Lane, Munfordville, KY 42765; 270-524-2571). Bond, though, is paid in Brownsville to the circuit clerk at the Edmonson County Courthouse Annex, 110 E. Main Cross St., Brownsville, KY 42210 (270-597-2584). Edmonson and Warren make up the 8th Judicial Circuit.
What is the bond after a Brownsville arrest?
Call the jail in Munfordville at 270-524-2571. Mention which county arrested the person and give a complete name; the jail houses inmates from several places. The inmate roster may also list bond. An empty bond field means no amount has been set yet.
↑ Back to the question listWhere is bond paid?
At the circuit clerk's office in the Edmonson County Courthouse Annex, 110 E. Main Cross St., Brownsville, KY 42210, weekdays 8 to 4. Call 270-597-2584 to ask which payment the office takes for bond. Court payments in general can be made by cash, certified check, money order or ePay. The building has ramps and an elevator. Bring photo ID.
↑ Back to the question listAre bail bondsmen allowed here?
No. Pay the Main Cross Street clerk (270-597-2584) or the Hart jail (270-524-2571). Kentucky does not allow commercial bail (KRS 431.510). A relative or friend pays the clerk directly. The deposit, less a small fee, is returned when the case ends, provided no court date was skipped.
↑ Back to the question listHow is pretrial release decided?
It starts at the Munfordville jail (270-524-2571). A Pretrial Services officer interviews the person after booking, verifies address and employment, checks records and gives a risk score for missing court or committing a new offense (KRS 431.515). A judge uses that score, and low-risk defendants can be released with no money due (KRS 431.066).
↑ Back to the question listWhat bail options can a Brownsville judge choose?
The Edmonson clerk (270-597-2584) can read back the order. Release on recognizance, unsecured bail, a 10 percent deposit (KRS 431.530), full cash, or land pledged at double the bail amount (KRS 431.535). A judge can also let a family member sign as surety without paying (KRS 431.520).
↑ Back to the question listHow does Kentucky limit bail?
The Brownsville annex clerk (270-597-2584) has the amount set. Bail must be affordable for the person charged (KRS 431.525), and locking a person up just for a violation is frowned on (KRS 431.062). On a nonviolent misdemeanor, the ceiling equals the largest possible fine with costs added. Listed Class D felonies carry a preset bail (KRS 431.540), and abuse cases have extra protections for victims (KRS 431.064). Each day served earns $100 in credit (KRS 431.066).
↑ Back to the question listHow is bail refunded?
When the case is finished, the clerk returns the deposit to a defendant who appeared every time, keeping 10 percent, or at least $5. If charges were dropped or the defendant was acquitted, nothing is kept. Fines, costs or restitution may come out first. Call 270-597-2584 to ask about timing.
↑ Back to the question listWhat rules can come with release?
The judge can order no contact with certain people, no alcohol, drug testing, GPS monitoring or phone reporting. A no-show or a rule violation may lead to a warrant, and bail can be forfeited 20 days after notice (KRS 431.545). Counsel can move to modify a term that interferes with work or family.
↑ Back to the question listWhich attorneys work on Edmonson bail matters?
The Edmonson County Attorney (322 Washington Street, Suite A, Brownsville, KY 42210 (270-597-9609)) prosecutes misdemeanors and early felony stages. Indicted felonies are handled by the 8th Circuit Commonwealth's Attorney in Bowling Green (1001 Center Street, Suite 205, Bowling Green, KY 42101 (270-746-7485)). People who can't afford a lawyer get the Bowling Green North Trial Office of the Department of Public Advocacy (1001 Center St., Suite 301, Bowling Green, KY 42101; 833-254-2458). See our court guide.
↑ Back to the question listWill paying bail end a federal or ICE hold?
No. The U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky, 241 East Main Avenue, Bowling Green, KY 42101, 270-393-2500 handles federal charges, and federal judges alone decide release. An ICE detainer can keep a person in jail up to 48 hours after state release. Call 270-524-2571, then check the ICE detainee search or BOP locator.
↑ Back to the question listEdmonson County Jail
Address:
1545 Chalybeate Rd.
Brownsville, KY 42171
Phone:
270-524-2571
Frequently Asked Questions about Bail and Bonds in Edmonson County
Does Edmonson County have bail?
What kind of bonds are accepted in Edmonson County?
Who can set bail in Edmonson County?
When is bail set in Edmonson County Kentucky?
Does Edmonson 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 Edmonson County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Edmonson 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 Edmonson 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 Edmonson 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 Edmonson 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 Edmonson 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 Edmonson 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 Edmonson 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 Edmonson County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Edmonson 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 Edmonson 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 Edmonson County Kentucky?
Yes, your attorney can file a request for bail adjustment with the District Court Judge assigned to the case.
In Edmonson 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 Edmonson 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 Edmonson County Jail for contact information about the jails in Edmonson County or the Clerk of Court.
What options are there to pay bail in Edmonson 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 Edmonson County Jail for more information about the jails in Edmonson 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 Edmonson 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.