Graves County Restricted Custody Inmate Bail & Bonds
Graves County Bail and Pretrial Release
Two Mayfield addresses matter for bail and release after a Mayfield or Graves County arrest: the Graves County Jail and Restricted Custody Center, 150 South Jenkins Street, Mayfield, KY 42066 (270-247-9829), where people are booked, and the circuit clerk at the temporary Graves County Courthouse, 1102 Paris Road, Suite 21, Mayfield, KY 42066 (270-247-1733), where bond is paid. The county is the 52nd Judicial Circuit by itself.
What is the bail for a person booked on Jenkins Street?
Look at the jail roster or call 270-247-9829 during office hours, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Note the charge, the amount set and the case number. Pretrial staff screen each booking, and some people leave on recognizance before anyone pays, so check that first.
↑ Back to the question listWhat payment does the local clerk take for bond?
Bond is paid in cash. For other court payments, the clerk on Paris Road takes cash, cashier's checks and money orders, but no out-of-state checks, and ePay works online. Bring photo ID and the defendant's full legal name.
↑ Back to the question listIs there a bondsman to call in Mayfield?
No. In Mayfield the deposit goes straight to the circuit clerk (270-247-1733) or the Jenkins Street jail (270-247-9829), because Kentucky bans paid bail bonding (KRS 431.510). It is held by the court, not to a business, and it can be refunded at the end for a defendant with a clean attendance record.
↑ Back to the question listWho decides pretrial release in Graves County?
After booking at the Mayfield jail (270-247-9829), a pretrial officer interviews the person and scores the risk using the charge, record and court history (KRS 431.515). A judge then rules. Low scores can mean release without cash (KRS 431.066). Moderate scores may bring supervision instead of a money bond.
↑ Back to the question listWhich kinds of bail are used in Mayfield courts?
The Mayfield judge may allow release on a signed promise, or set an unsecured amount, collected only if the defendant fails to appear. With a deposit bond, ten percent is paid in cash (KRS 431.530), and full cash bail means paying the whole amount. Property worth twice the bail is accepted as well (KRS 431.535).
Family sureties who charge nothing need a judge's OK (KRS 431.520).
↑ Back to the question listWhat keeps local bail from being too high?
Graves judges at the Mayfield courthouse set the amount; the clerk at 270-247-1733 or the jail at 270-247-9829 can confirm it. State law tells them to weigh the defendant's money situation (KRS 431.525) and generally not to jail anyone for a violation alone (KRS 431.062). With no injury involved, misdemeanor bail tops out at the highest fine plus court costs. Some Class D bail follows a fixed schedule (KRS 431.540). On many charges, a day behind bars on Jenkins Street earns $100 of credit.
↑ Back to the question listHow does a Graves County bail refund work?
When the case ends with perfect attendance, the deposit comes back minus a 10 percent fee, with $5 as the minimum. Graves keeps nothing after a dismissal or an acquittal by the jury. The clerk (270-247-1733) may subtract unpaid fines first, so keep your receipt from Paris Road.
↑ Back to the question listWhat conditions come with release from the Mayfield jail?
A judge can bar contact with certain people and require sobriety, drug tests, home monitoring or reporting. A skipped Mayfield court date brings a warrant; 20 days after notice, forfeiture can follow (KRS 431.545). Ask your lawyer to seek a change if a rule makes work impossible.
↑ Back to the question listWhich lawyers handle bail in Graves County?
The county attorney's office is at 1102 Paris Road, Suite 2, Mayfield, KY 42066, 270-247-6321. The Commonwealth's Attorney for the 52nd Circuit is at 1102 Paris Road, Suite 14, Mayfield, KY 42066, 270-356-1425. The Murray Trial Office (607 S. 6th Street, Murray, KY 42071; 833-514-8983) represents people who qualify and may push for a lower bond at arraignment. See our court guide for more.
↑ Back to the question listDoes a local bond cover a federal charge or an ICE hold?
No. The Jenkins Street jail (270-247-9829) can list the holds on file; the U.S. Marshals' Paducah office answers at 270-415-1706 and ICE's Louisville office at 502-625-6202. Federal cases from Mayfield go to the U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky, 501 Broadway, Paducah, KY 42001, 270-415-6400, and paying a state bond does not affect them. If ICE filed a detainer, the person could be held up to 48 hours past release. Ask the jail at 270-247-9829, then search the ICE finder or federal prison locator.
↑ Back to the question listGraves County Restricted Custody
Address:
150 Jenkins Street
Mayfield, KY 42066
Phone:
270-247-9829
Frequently Asked Questions about Bail and Bonds in Graves County
What kind of bonds are accepted in Graves County?
Who can set bail in Graves County?
When is bail set in Graves County Kentucky?
Does Graves 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 Graves County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Graves 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 Graves 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 Graves 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 Graves 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 Graves County Restricted Custody 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 Graves 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 Graves 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 Graves County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Graves 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 Graves 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 Graves County Kentucky?
Yes, your attorney can file a request for bail adjustment with the District Court Judge assigned to the case.
In Graves 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 Graves 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 Graves County Restricted Custody for contact information about the jails in Graves County or the Clerk of Court.
What options are there to pay bail in Graves 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 Graves County Restricted Custody for more information about the jails in Graves 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 Graves 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.