Spencer County Jail Inmate Bail & Bonds
Spencer County Bail and Pretrial Release
Spencer has no lockup of its own, so a Taylorsville arrestee waits for bail, bond and release at the Shelby County Detention Center in Shelbyville (1000 Bobby Waits Lane, Shelbyville, KY 40065; 502-633-2343). The Spencer County jailer's office oversees taking people to the Bobby Waits Lane facility. Bond, however, stays local with the circuit clerk at the Spencer County Courthouse Annex, 27 E. Main St., Taylorsville, KY 40071 (502-477-3220); Anderson, Shelby and Spencer share the 53rd Judicial Circuit.
1. Which office gives out bail figures for a Taylorsville arrest?
Because detainees sleep in Shelbyville, the detention center there (502-633-2343) is the first call; give the full legal name plus birthday and explain that Taylorsville-area officers made the charge. The jail also holds Shelby prisoners, so naming the agency, Taylorsville police, deputies or Post 12, saves confusion. The Taylorsville clerk (502-477-3220) knows when arraignment is set.
↑ Back to the question list2. What payment does the East Main Street clerk accept?
The clerk takes currency, personal checks drawn on local banks, cashier's checks, money orders, and plastic for an added surcharge, and ePay works online. Counter hours are 7:30 to 4 on weekdays, but the office closes from noon to 1. Phone 502-477-3220 before driving to 27 E. Main St., Taylorsville, KY 40071, to learn which methods a particular bond allows.
↑ Back to the question list3. Can a commercial bonding firm help?
No. Spencer bonds are paid at the Taylorsville annex clerk (502-477-3220) or, for people held in Shelbyville, at that jail (502-633-2343). Commercial bonding is illegal in Kentucky under KRS 431.510. Families deal with the Taylorsville clerk themselves instead, and a defendant who appears faithfully gets nearly the whole deposit refunded.
↑ Back to the question list4. Do arrestees get out without paying?
Some do; the Bobby Waits Lane jail (502-633-2343) can say where a case stands. Soon after intake in Shelbyville, a Pretrial Services officer will collect background details and rate the person's risk for the judge (KRS 431.515). The law favors recognizance for a low grade, and a mid-range one can carry supervision (KRS 431.066). For some minor charges, officers write a citation and skip the jail ride.
↑ Back to the question list5. What bonds appear in Spencer release orders?
The Taylorsville clerk (502-477-3220) keeps the signed order. Taylorsville judges may allow plain recognizance, an unsecured bond paid only on default, a ten-percent deposit (KRS 431.530), the entire amount in cash, or real property at twice its value (KRS 431.535). Family members can sign as sureties, free, with the court's consent (KRS 431.520).
↑ Back to the question list6. Which Kentucky rules govern Spencer bail amounts?
The set amount is on file with the annex clerk (502-477-3220). By statute, ability to pay is a mandatory factor (KRS 431.525), and violations come with a thumb on the scale for release (KRS 431.062). Injury-free misdemeanors can't draw bail above their top fine with costs. A statutory table sets bail across many Class D felonies (KRS 431.540), and domestic violence and sexual offense bail brings protection of victims into play (KRS 431.064). Each day already served earns a $100 credit against bail (KRS 431.066).
↑ Back to the question list7. How are bond refunds processed?
After the last hearing, provided nothing was skipped, the clerk subtracts a ten-percent fee (minimum $5) and returns the balance; dismissed or acquitted cases recover the full sum. Outstanding court debts may be taken first. 502-477-3220 can estimate when the check arrives.
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An order can forbid approaching the alleged victim and impose sobriety checks, location monitoring or scheduled reporting. Skipping court invites a warrant, and once 20 days pass after notice the bond may be lost (KRS 431.545). Impractical terms can be revisited on a defense motion.
↑ Back to the question list9. Who handles Spencer prosecutions and defense?
The Spencer County Attorney (7 W. Main St., Taylorsville, KY 40071 (502-477-3225)) prosecutes misdemeanors and pre-indictment felonies. Indicted cases go to the 53rd Circuit Commonwealth's Attorney in Shelbyville (544 Main St., Shelbyville, KY 40065 (502-647-3019)). The Shelbyville Trial Office of the Department of Public Advocacy (487 Frankfort Rd., Suite 1, Shelbyville, KY 40065; 833-514-8984) represents those who can't hire a lawyer. Our court guide explains every stage.
↑ Back to the question list10. Does a Spencer bond end a federal or ICE hold?
No. Ask the Shelby jail (502-633-2343) first; marshals for this area work out of Louisville (502-588-8000), as does ICE (502-625-6202). Federal charges are filed in the U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky, 601 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202, 502-625-3500. An ICE detainer permits the Shelbyville facility to hold someone up to 48 hours after state release, so ask 502-633-2343 about holds before paying. The ICE detainee locator and federal inmate locator trace those detainees.
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Address:
Spencer County Jail
Shelbyville, KY
Phone:
502-633-2343
Frequently Asked Questions about Bail and Bonds in Spencer County
Does Spencer County have bail?
What kind of bonds are accepted in Spencer County?
Who can set bail in Spencer County?
When is bail set in Spencer County Kentucky?
Does Spencer 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 Spencer County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Spencer 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 Spencer 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 Spencer 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 Spencer 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 Spencer 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 Spencer 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 Spencer 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 Spencer County court system.
What kind of bonds are accepted in Spencer 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 Spencer 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 Spencer County Kentucky?
Yes, your attorney can file a request for bail adjustment with the District Court Judge assigned to the case.
In Spencer 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 Spencer 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 Spencer County Jail for contact information about the jails in Spencer County or the Clerk of Court.
What options are there to pay bail in Spencer 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 Spencer County Jail for more information about the jails in Spencer 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 Spencer 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.