Laurel Regional Juvenile Detention Center Inmate Bail & Bonds
Laurel County Bail and Pretrial Release
Posting bail or a bond and winning release in London, Corbin or rural Laurel all run through the Laurel County Correctional Center at 440 Hammock Road, London, KY 40744. Its phone, 606-878-9431, is answered around the clock. London police, sheriff's deputies and Post 11 troopers all book arrests there. Most people see a pretrial officer within a day.
How can I learn what bond was set?
Check the jail roster first. Then call 606-878-9431; staff answer at any hour and can read off the bond amount and type. Some charges carry no bond until arraignment, which in Laurel District Court is Monday at 11, Wednesday at 9 and Friday at 9:30. Also find out if some other agency has filed a detainer.
↑ Back to the question listWhere is bond paid in Laurel County?
The circuit clerk works out of the Laurel County Judicial Center, 305 South Main Street, London, KY 40741, phone 606-330-2078. Outside clerk hours, ask the jail how payment is handled that night. Hold on to the receipt, because the refund at the end of the case depends on it.
↑ Back to the question listIs there a bail bond agent I can use?
No. In London, bond goes straight to the circuit clerk (606-330-2078) or the correctional center (606-878-9431), since Kentucky banned for-profit bail bonding (KRS 431.510). Families deal with the court themselves, so no one pockets a 10 percent premium.
↑ Back to the question listWhen does pretrial services get involved?
A pretrial officer interviews nearly every new arrest within 24 hours. The officer uses a risk tool on the odds of missing court or reoffending (KRS 431.515). People scored low risk are usually let out on a written promise (KRS 431.066). The judge still has the last word.
↑ Back to the question listWhich bond types can be set?
A Laurel judge may grant recognizance, which is release on a signed promise alone, or an unsecured bond, where nothing is paid up front and money is owed only for a skipped date. A percentage bond requires 10 percent of the total in cash (KRS 431.530), and the judge may also demand the whole amount in cash or a pledge of land (KRS 431.535).
With a judge's OK, a family member can sign on as a no-cost surety (KRS 431.520).
↑ Back to the question listWhat limits apply to bail amounts?
A London district judge sets the bond, usually at arraignment, and the clerk (606-330-2078) can read the amount back. By law it has to be reasonable given the defendant's means and the charge (KRS 431.525). A violation seldom means jail (KRS 431.062). On a misdemeanor without violence, bail is capped at the possible fine and costs. A uniform schedule covers many Class D felonies (KRS 431.540). Victim safety drives decisions in domestic violence cases (KRS 431.064). On many charges, jail time earns a $100-per-day credit toward bail.
↑ Back to the question listHow does the refund work?
When the defendant attended all hearings, the clerk sends back the deposit at the close of the case, less 10 percent (never under $5). Laurel defendants whose charges are dropped, or who win at trial, recover all of it. Unpaid costs or fines are subtracted first. Call 606-330-2078 to ask what is owed.
↑ Back to the question listWhat can a judge order as a condition?
Typical Laurel orders: keep clear of the complaining witness, no drinking, random drug screens, home monitoring and reporting to pretrial. A no-show triggers a bench warrant, and bond is forfeited 20 days after notice (KRS 431.545). Have a lawyer ask for a change instead of breaking a rule.
↑ Back to the question listWhich lawyers handle Laurel cases?
Laurel County is the 27th Judicial Circuit. Find the county attorney at 101 South Main Street, Room 200, London, KY 40741 (606-864-6159); the Commonwealth's Attorney is at 400 South Main Street, Suite 400, London, KY 40741 (606-330-2035). Defendants without money for counsel may request the London Trial Office of the public defender (217 South Main Street, Suite 201, London, KY 40741; 833-205-0826); that office often files for a bond reduction.
↑ Back to the question listDoes a federal case or ICE hold change bond?
It does. The correctional center (606-878-9431) can tell you whether any outside hold is on file; the Marshals Service in London answers at 606-864-6993 and ICE's Louisville office at 502-625-6202. Federal charges are heard right in London at the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky, 310 South Main Street, London, KY 40741, 606-877-7910, and a state bond has no effect on them. Immigration holds may stretch custody by as much as 48 hours past release. Before paying, check the ICE finder and the federal prison locator, or read our court guide.
↑ Back to the question listLaurel Regional Juvenile Detention Center
Address:
225 North Laurel Road
London, KY 40741
Phone:
juvy: 606-862-7800
Frequently Asked Questions about Bail and Bonds in Laurel County
What kind of bonds are accepted in Laurel County?
Who can set bail in Laurel County?
When is bail set in Laurel County Kentucky?
Does Laurel 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 Laurel County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Laurel 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 Laurel 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 Laurel 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 Laurel 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 Laurel Regional Juvenile Detention Center 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 Laurel 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 Laurel 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 Laurel County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Laurel 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 Laurel 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 Laurel County Kentucky?
Yes, your attorney can file a request for bail adjustment with the District Court Judge assigned to the case.
In Laurel 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 Laurel 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 Laurel Regional Juvenile Detention Center for contact information about the jails in Laurel County or the Clerk of Court.
What options are there to pay bail in Laurel 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 Laurel Regional Juvenile Detention Center for more information about the jails in Laurel 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 Laurel 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.