Hart County Jail Inmate Bail & Bonds
Hart County Bail and Pretrial Release
Hart County arrests are booked into the Hart County Jail (520 AA Whitman Lane, Munfordville, KY 42765; 270-524-2571), and the bail or bond that gets someone released is received by the circuit clerk at the Hart County Judicial Center, 117 E. South St., Munfordville, KY 42765 (270-524-5181). Hart, Larue and Nelson make up the 10th Judicial Circuit.
Who can tell me a Munfordville bond amount?
The jail can, at 270-524-2571; have the legal name and birth date handy. Sometimes the inmate roster lists bail as well. An empty bond field can mean no judge has set terms yet.
↑ Back to the question listWhat can I pay a bond with?
Bills, cashier's checks, money orders and plastic (subject to a surcharge) all work at the East South Street clerk's window. Local checks are up to the office. ePay is offered for many payments. Confirm the figure at 270-524-5181 and bring identification.
↑ Back to the question listDo bondsmen operate here?
No. Munfordville families post at the circuit clerk's window (270-524-5181) or, at night, the AA Whitman Lane jail (270-524-2571). Kentucky abolished for-profit bail bonding (KRS 431.510). Families post with the clerk themselves, and the money mostly returns once the case ends, assuming the defendant came to court each time.
↑ Back to the question listWhat goes into a release decision?
Start with the Hart detention center (270-524-2571), where the interview takes place. A Pretrial Services officer sits down with the defendant after booking, confirms home, employment and history, and calculates a risk of nonappearance or reoffending (KRS 431.515). Judges frequently release lower-risk people with no cash required (KRS 431.066).
↑ Back to the question listWhich bail forms can a Munfordville judge choose?
Whatever was picked appears on the order the Hart clerk (270-524-5181) holds. Release on one's own word, an unsecured bond, a 10 percent cash deposit (KRS 431.530), payment of the whole amount, or a property bond at twice the value (KRS 431.535) are all available. A relative may also stand as surety without money changing hands (KRS 431.520).
↑ Back to the question listHow does Kentucky restrict Hart County bail?
Ask the Munfordville clerk (270-524-5181) for the amount actually set. State law requires bail to suit the defendant's means (KRS 431.525) and discourages jail when the only charge is a violation (KRS 431.062). On a nonviolent misdemeanor, the bond is limited to the highest fine plus court costs. A statewide grid sets bail for many Class D felonies (KRS 431.540), and domestic violence charges add protections (KRS 431.064). Pretrial days behind bars count toward bail at $100 apiece against bail (KRS 431.066).
↑ Back to the question listHow is bail refunded?
The clerk processes the refund after the case closes. If every appearance was kept, the deposit is repaid minus a 10 percent fee, never less than $5. A dropped case or a not-guilty verdict waives the fee. Owed fines and costs come out first. 270-524-5181 can estimate timing.
↑ Back to the question listWhich release conditions can a judge set?
Stay-away orders, alcohol and drug bans, testing, electronic monitoring and reporting are all available to the judge. A no-show or a violated term may prompt an arrest order, with forfeiture of the bond allowed 20 days after notice (KRS 431.545). The defense may ask for changes to any condition that can't be met.
↑ Back to the question listWhich lawyers take part at a bond hearing?
The Hart County Attorney (113 East South Street, Munfordville, KY 42765 (270-524-2547)) prosecutes misdemeanors and opens felony cases. Indicted felonies go to the 10th Circuit Commonwealth's Attorney in Bardstown (201 Guthrie Drive, Suite B, Bardstown, KY 40004 (502-233-7399)). Those unable to pay a lawyer receive the Glasgow Trial Office of the Department of Public Advocacy (312 Samson St., Glasgow, KY 42141; 833-385-6055). Our court guide explains the process.
↑ Back to the question listDoes Hart bail cover a federal or immigration hold?
No. The U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky, 241 East Main Avenue, Bowling Green, KY 42101, 270-393-2500 handles federal release. Should ICE lodge a detainer, AA Whitman Lane can keep the person up to 48 hours beyond state release. Ask 270-524-2571, and check the ICE locator or BOP locator.
↑ Back to the question listPay an Inmate's Bond Online
Hart County Jail uses a service called allpaid (also known as GovPayNet) for paying an inmate's Bail Bond online for an inmate.
Register with them online or call them at 877-392-2455 for assistance.
To make a payment, you will need the following:
- Court of Jurisdiction
- Payment Amount
- The Pay Location Code (PLC #) if you can get it. Call 270-524-2571 to ask for this.
- Name of Arrestee/Defendant for whom payment is being made
- Arrestee/Defendant's Date of Birth
- Arrestee/Defendant's Booking Number
Hart County Jail
Address:
520AA Whitman Lane
Munfordville, KY 42765
Phone:
270-524-2571
Frequently Asked Questions about Bail and Bonds in Hart County
What kind of bonds are accepted in Hart County?
Who can set bail in Hart County?
When is bail set in Hart County Kentucky?
Does Hart 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 Hart County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Hart 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 Hart 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 Hart 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 Hart 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 Hart 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 Hart 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 Hart 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 Hart County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Hart 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 Hart 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 Hart County Kentucky?
Yes, your attorney can file a request for bail adjustment with the District Court Judge assigned to the case.
In Hart 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 Hart 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 Hart County Jail for contact information about the jails in Hart County or the Clerk of Court.
What options are there to pay bail in Hart 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 Hart County Jail for more information about the jails in Hart 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 Hart 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pay a Hart County Jail inmate's bond online?
Yes, you can pay a Hart County Jail inmate's bond online using a third-party service called 'allpaid'. The instructions are easy... From their website, look up Hart County Jail or Hart County, input the inmate's name, and then use your credit or debit card to deposit the bond amount. As soon as the payment is processed and the information is sent to the Hart County Jail, the jail will begin the release process. You do not have to be present for all of this to take place. Learn more about how to bail or bond out an inmate in the Hart County Jail, call allpaid directly at 877-392-2455, or call the jail at 270-524-2571.