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Midland County bail and bond: the Rodd Street jail and where juveniles are held

Adults arrested in Midland County are held at the Midland County Jail, 2727 Rodd Street, Midland, a 250-bed jail run by Sheriff Scott Holzinger. Use Midland County Inmate Search to check custody and the bail amount. The jail line, for what the search cannot say, is 989-832-6612. Young people go to the Juvenile Care Center instead of the adult jail.

Is my brother in the Midland County Jail on Rodd Street?

Search his name on Midland County Inmate Search. It is the fastest way to see custody and bail. If a new booking has not posted, wait an hour and try again. The jail line is 989-832-6612. Do not use any address that says Fast Ice Drive; the county lists the jail with the Sheriff's Office at 2727 Rodd Street, Midland, MI 48640.

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How many people can the Midland jail hold, and who else is housed there?

The county says the Midland County Jail has 250 beds. It was built to cover about 20 years of growth, and some space is rented to neighboring communities and to people held under federal court orders. A person arrested in Midland County can therefore be sharing a building with prisoners from elsewhere. Sheriff Scott Holzinger runs the office.

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Which phone should I call: the jail or the sheriff?

For a person in custody, use the jail line, 989-832-6612. The sheriff's main line is 989-839-4630, and the county lists the sheriff's office hours as Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Records requests go to sheriffrecords@co.midland.mi.us.

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When and where can I pay bond in Midland County?

The county's jail page does not give bond hours or payment types. Before you carry cash anywhere, ask at 989-832-6612 which payments the jail takes and whether the court office handles the case instead. Ask too whether bond can be paid by card online. If a service charges a fee, the fee is on top of the bond and is not returned.

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Where is the courthouse, and when is it open?

The 42nd Circuit Court is in the Midland County Courthouse, 301 West Main Street, Midland, MI 48640, phone 989-832-6735. The county lists hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday, and the office closes from noon to 1 p.m. Felonies end up in circuit court, so keep this number for hearing dates.

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Is there a Midland bail list I can read?

County web pages show no dollar schedule. State rules also have none. The judge looks at the charge, the likely sentence, past record, whether the person came back to court before, drug or alcohol use, mental health, money, and community ties. The court may not rely on race, religion, gender, or economic status.

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What is the least expensive way to get out?

Often it is a promise to appear, which costs nothing. Michigan Court Rule 6.106 requires the judge to choose release on personal recognizance or an unsecured bond unless the judge finds that it would not reasonably assure appearance or safety. Money bail is allowed only after the judge says why on the record.

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How does a 10 percent deposit work?

If the judge allows it, someone deposits 10 percent of the bail in cash with the court. On $2,000 bail that would be $200. The person signs a promise to pay the balance if court is missed. The deposit goes first to fines and costs after a conviction. When the court's cases are over, the money returns unless the offense is covered by one particular state law and the person is convicted, in which case the court may keep a tenth.

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Do bail agents charge a set rate?

The insurance regulator's guidance lists no rate. Agents hold insurance producer licenses and need court approval. Ask for everything in writing: fee, collateral, and what you owe if the defendant does not appear. A written complaint may go to 877-999-6442 or to the judge.

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Can a house be used for bond?

Only if the judge consents. The judge may ask for proof of value and may ask for the deed. Whether Midland County requires property to be located in this county is a question for the circuit court clerk.

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What if there is no bail at all?

Murder and treason cases can be held without bail when the proof is evident or the presumption great. So can some first-degree sexual conduct, armed robbery, and kidnapping-for-extortion charges, and violent felonies by repeat offenders or by people on bail, probation, or parole. The defense can ask for a custody hearing. The trial has to start within 90 days of denial unless the defense caused delay.

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What happens at the first hearing?

The judge reads the charge, asks whether the person has a lawyer, and decides release. Michigan law calls for this without unnecessary delay, and a 48-hour limit applies to review of an arrest without a warrant. A county must always have a judge or magistrate to set bail on felonies, including on weekends.

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Where do I find the court-appointed lawyer in Midland?

Ask the judge at the first hearing and fill out a financial form. Midland County's defense setup is not posted on county web pages, so the state Indigent Defense Commission is the place to ask: 517-657-3066, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The circuit court at 989-832-6735 can also tell you who is assigned.

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Where does Midland County hold a juvenile?

The Midland Juvenile Care Center, 3712 East Ashman Street, Midland, MI 48642, has a 22-bed secure detention unit for ages 11 to 18. The phone is 989-837-6080, weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A placement needs action by the juvenile court. The adult jail cannot hold a child under 18 with adults, under laws in effect since October 1, 2021.

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What if he misses court after we paid?

The court can order the bail forfeited and issue a warrant. The defendant has 28 days after notice before judgment may be entered. An approved agent is notified within 7 days. A cash bond posted by the defendant is first applied to fines, costs, and assessments before any refund.

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Midland County bail contacts

Jail
Midland County Jail, 2727 Rodd Street, Midland, MI 48640, 989-832-6612
Sheriff
Scott Holzinger, office line 989-839-4630
Custody lookup
Midland County Inmate Search
Courthouse
42nd Circuit Court, 301 West Main Street, Midland, MI 48640, 989-832-6735; Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed noon to 1 p.m.
Public defense
Indigent Defense Commission, 517-657-3066
Juvenile
Midland Juvenile Care Center, 3712 East Ashman Street, Midland, MI 48642, 989-837-6080
Insurance complaints
877-999-6442

Rules, fees, and phone numbers can shift, and a judge can order any lawful amount. Ask the jail or the court about the specific case before money changes hands. This page offers help, not legal counsel.

How Do I pay Bail for Someone Arrested in Midland County?

Can I pay an Inmate's Bail Online?

Midland County Jail has contracted with Express Account, a third party online money deposit service, to pay for an Inmate's Bail using a credit card.

Here's how it works:

  1. Call the Midland County Jail at 989-832-6612 to find out the exact amount you need in order to pay your inmate's bail. Often there are fees that are in addition to the bail amount. Keep in mind that Express Account will also be adding a small percentage for the use of their service. Make sure you select 'bond' when doing this.
  2. Go to Express Account, register with them and follow the instructions to pay bail.  You can also do this by phone if you prefer, by calling 866-422-6833.
  3. A fax or email is sent to the facility within 5 minutes of posting the bond. It includes the information about the bail/bond payment which begins the release process at the facility. If you have a concern, you may contact the facility at 989-832-6612 to inquire.

If you have any questions on how this works phone support is available Monday to Friday (excluding holidays) between 8am - 4pm EST - call 866-422-6833. If you prefer to contact them online, go to their Customer Service Contact Page and write them with the question(s) you have.

Midland County Jail

Address:
101 Fast Ice Drive
Midland, MI 48642
Phone:
989-832-6612

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions about Bail and Bonds in Midland County


Does Midland County have bail?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Midland County?

Who can set bail in Midland County?

When is bail set in Midland County Michigan?

 

 

Does Midland County have bail?

Yes,  Midland County recognizes most types of bonds.

 

 

What kind of bonds are accepted in Midland County?

Midland County recognizes most types of bonds. The court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest.

There are four types of bail available: personal recognizance bond, cash bail, ten-percent bail, and surety bond.

 

 

Who can set bail in Midland County?

Bail is set in accordance with a bail schedule or by a judge.

 

 

When is bail set in Midland County Michigan?

Bail is set at the first court appearance, also known as the arraignment. In most cases this hearing is required to be held within 72 hours of arrest, unless delayed by the defense.

What is Bail?

Bail is what the arrested in Midland County must pay or do to stay out of jail until the first court appearance. 

The agreement to bail acts as a promise that the arrested will return to court for court dates and trial. Bail usually refers to a dollar amount, but bail can also mean something that has to be done, or a condition such as reporting to an officer of the court, a curfew, restraining orders or attending a treatment program. 

Bail is usually a significant enough amount of money and/or condition that the person will be negatively impacted and has incentive to return to court and not flee. A flight risk usually means that the person would flee the area, and not necessary that they are going to take an airplane. 

If a judge in Midland County feels that the arrested will return to court for further proceedings, the arrested could be released under a conditional release without needing to pay bail money. This is called Released on Own Recognizance, or ROR.  

Conditions for ROR might be to obey all court orders and laws, maintain contact with the lawyer, report changes in residence or have no contact with the victim. Family support will show the court that there are people who will make sure that the defendant makes it to court. 

If the judge or bail schedule 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 Midland County Jail until the case is resolved or goes to trial. 

Bail can be denied if the defendant did not comply with bail conditions from a previous arrest. Bail is usually denied in cases of violent offenses. 

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. Think of a bond as a loan to pay for the bail.  

The bond payment is always written to the court in your municipality, Midland County or district directly and does not go through the defendant. Chances of obtaining a bond from a bond company or clerk of court are better if family is involved.  

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.  

Payments to a bond company are not refundable. It is a long process to get back property title or money that was given to the clerk of court or bondsperson to secure the bond. This could put your loved ones into a difficult financial situation. 

Another reason not to unnecessarily rush into securing a bond is that if the court notes that you came up with the money to pay a bond company, they may assume you have resources to pay a defense attorney and decline public defense.  

On the other hand, as anyone who has ever been involved in their criminal defense understands, fighting your case while ‘out on the streets’ gives you a much better chance of either winning, or getting a more favorable sentence.  

What are the different types of bonds in Midland County?

Based on a review of information from the arrest, the judge or bail officer will determine and notify the accused of which types of bonds are available to them.

To describe the types of bonds, let’s use an example of buying your neighbor’s car. Your neighbor decides the price of the car and how they would be paid.  

Similarly, the court (meaning a police or bail officer, clerk of court, bail magistrate or judge) determines the bail amount and how it would be paid.

Here are different options that the seller of the car or the court might consider:

You could pay full asking price for the car in cash. This is similar to paying cash bail. The full amount of bail would be paid to the town or county clerk or at the jail. Cash, cashier’s checks and credit cards are usually accepted.

You could sign an agreement on your own or with another person to pay for the car at a future date knowing that your neighbor would know where to find you if you stopped payment. This would be similar to a cash bond or a personal recognizance (PR) bond which are bonds to 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. 

If the defendant does not show up, the full amount of the bail will be due to the court and the people who signed the paperwork will be responsible for paying the court and the court will send the sheriff’s department to arrest you. 

Cash bonds and PR bonds are types of unsecured bonds because you are not securing it with any money down. In bond terms, a surety is a person who will be responsible for making sure that you will show to court and will be responsible to pay the bond if the arrested person does not show up.

Surety can be family, friend or a bondsperson. Your attorney cannot act as a surety.

You can put a deposit down for your neighbor’s car and sign an agreement that the car will be paid off at a later date. Cash percentage in lieu of bonds is when the defendant pays a percentage of the bail amount, usually 10%, to the court which then holds the money until the case is over. 

The amount is returned to the person who paid the 10% after the case is over. In most cases, the full amount is not returned if there are court fees or fines due. This is a type of surety bond if another person signs the bond paperwork.

You could sign an agreement that if the car were not paid off, that your neighbor would get your house or something of value. 

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 1 ½ - 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. This is another type of surety bond if another person or a bond company is used to secure the bond. 

You could also go to a local bank and take out a car loan offering property or anything of value for collateral. You may get someone to co-sign on the loan and offer their property. The bank charges fees, interest and could keep your property if you did not pay the loan back, or even on time.  

A professional bondsperson makes money, at least 10% of the bond amount by providing you with a “loan” called a bond. The percent that they charge is fixed by the state and cannot be negotiated. The defendant or surety does not get that 10% or more back even if the terms of the bail are met. 

With a property bond, the property deed would need to be signed over to the bondsperson and everyone on the deed would need to be involved. 

Since the bondsperson signed off, to be responsible that you show to court as your surety, they can send a bounty hunter to bring you to court if you flee.  A bondsperson does not have to give you a bond if the defendant seems to be too much of a risk.

Ask the bondsperson to explain all the costs: percentage, fees or court fees. There is never a reason to rush through signing the paperwork with a bond company. Make sure that everything told to you is in writing and that you understand what you are signing. Ask questions, and if you feel rushed or don’t understand the contract with the bond company, you might want to call another one.

(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. A bondsperson will not call asking for money without involvement of the arrested.)

Does Midland County have bail?  

Yes,  Midland County recognizes most types of bonds.

What kind of bonds are accepted in Midland County? 

Midland County recognizes most types of bonds. The court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest.

There are four types of bail available: personal recognizance bond, cash bail, ten-percent bail, and surety bond.

Who can set bail in Midland County?

Bail is set in accordance with a bail schedule or by a judge.

When is bail set in Michigan?

Bail is set at the first court appearance, also known as the arraignment. In most cases this hearing is required to be held within 72 hours of arrest, unless delayed by the defense.

Can I get the bail or bond reduced in Midland County Michigan? 

Yes, if there are extenuating circumstances, let the bond officer know. Your attorney can also request a bond reduction.

In Midland County Michigan, 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. A professional bondsperson who is approved by the State of Michigan could be the surety and execute a bond to the court on your behalf.

Can bail be paid online in Midland County Michigan?  

Yes, Michigan does offer online bail payment. Please contact the jail for specific information on how to pay bail. Go to the Midland County Jail for more information about the jails in Midland County.

What options are there to pay bail in Midland County Michigan? 

Most all jail and courts accept cash, a cashier or bankers’ check.  Some accept a credit card with fees. Please contact the jail for specific information on what methods of payment are accepted. Go to the Midland County Jail for more information about posting bail in Midland County.  

Will I get all my bond money back in Michigan? 

Bail money is returned to the person who paid the bail; in whole or in part once the case is finished. There may be fees, restitution (money to pay for damage caused by the crime) or fines that come out of that amount. If you used a bondsperson, you would not get your 10% back. Property is returned by the court or bondsperson after the appropriate requests and formal paperwork are completed with the court.

Can I get bail or a bond with no money down in Midland 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 (PR) 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. 

If the defendant does not show up, the full amount of the bail will be due to the court and the people who signed the paperwork will be responsible for paying the court and the court will send the sheriff’s department to arrest you. 

Cash bonds and PR bonds are types of unsecured bonds because you are not securing it with any money down. In bond terms, a surety is a person who will be responsible to make sure that you will show to court and will be responsible to pay the bond if the arrested person does not show up. A surety can be family, friend or a bondsperson. Your attorney cannot act as a surety.

What are the least expensive and affordable bail bonds in Michigan?  

The Midland County Jail or court in this jurisdiction can provide you with a list of approved and licensed bond companies, but they cannot recommend a specific company. You are not obligated to use the first company available and can call several companies to compare what kind of bonds that the bondsperson is willing to execute.  

The percentage of bail that the bond company can charge is set, usually at 10%, by the state and cannot be negotiated.

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