Vanderburgh County Jail Inmate Bail & Bonds

Vanderburgh County Jail

Address:
3500 N. Harlan Avenue
Evansville, IN 47711

Phone:

812-421-6200

How do Bail Bonds work at Vanderburgh County Jail

Vanderburgh County Bond Payments

  • Wait at least one hour before calling the jail (812-421-6200) to check on charges and bond information.
  • When you find out an inmate's bond, they must be posted at the Clerk’s offices at the Vanderburgh County Courthouse on Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
    825 Sycamore St
    Civic Center Courts Building
    Evansville, IN 47711
    812-435-5160
  • After normal business hours, the sheriff’s office will conduct after-hour bonding on behalf of the County Clerk’s Office on Monday through Friday between 4:30 PM and 2:00 AM and on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 AM.
  • You must have valid, government issued photo ID, and if us
  • In order to post a surety bond, the person must contact a bail bondsman of their choiing a credit card, it must be in your name.ce. Bonds specified as cash only cannot be posted with a surety bond. Please verify the bond type when verifying the bond amount.

Bonding Out an Inmate Being Held Out of County

  • The Vanderburgh County Jail will accept bonds for inmates housed in surrounding counties within the State of Indiana, that have active misdemeanor warrants in which a bond has been set by the Vanderburgh County courts.
  • If the inmate is being held on local charges from the housing jurisdiction or other warrants from other jurisdictions, it will be the decision of those respective agencies to arrange bonds and/or releases.
  • The Vanderburgh County Jail will only accept bonds for local Vanderburgh County warrants and only Monday through Friday between 4:30 PM and 2:00 AM and on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 AM.

Who do I call to find out the Bond for an Inmate?

Please call the jail at 812-421-6200 for the type of bond and any information that is required for a particular individual at Vanderburgh County Jail.
A bond is set according to a court-approved schedule.
The purpose of the bond is to assure the offender's appearance in court.

Instructions on how to post Bail or Bond in Vanderburgh County

Because Vanderburgh County and Indiana can change their bail bond procedures, it is always best to call either the Vanderburgh County Jail at 812-421-6200, or the court in the jurisdiction (i.e. Municipal Court, District Court, etc.) where the offender was charged, right after an arrestee has been booked. 

Ask the staff at the Vanderburgh County Jail or the Vanderburgh County Court Clerk these specific questions:

  1. Is the defendant eligible for bail or a bond?
  2. How much will the bail or bond be, and what are the additional fees?
  3. Where do I go to pay it?
  4. Are there any days or times of the day or night when I cannot post bail?
  5. What types of payment are allowed? Cash? Money order? Credit card? What types of credit cards? Property or other collateral? Surety bonds?
  6. Do I have to use a bail or bond agent?

If you feel the bail is too high and you wish to get it reduced, contact a lawyer or the defendant's public defender and get them to look into what they can do to get a bail reduction. The sooner you get working on this the quicker you will get your loved one released. 

This entire process will go smoother and faster with a criminal attorney or bail agent handling it for you.

Option 1 - How to Post Bail using Cash for a Defendant at Vanderburgh County Jail

The first option, a cash bond, is to pay the full bail amount in cash, cashier's check, or money order. Personal Checks are not accepted.

Depending on the crime, this amount could be anywhere from $100 to $75,000 or more.

To pay a cash bond, go to Vanderburgh County Jail or to the court where the bail hearing occurred. Going directly to the jail will quicken the release of the defendant as any bail paperwork processed at the court will have to be transferred to the jail.

Cashier's Checks and Money Orders may be made out to Vanderburgh County Jail where the defendant is being held, but usually to the Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office or to the Vanderburgh County Court.

To purchase money orders visit any Western Union, Moneygram or Post Office.

Option 2 - How to Post a Private or Surety Bond for a Defendant at Vanderburgh County Jail

In the event that someone does not have the full bond amount available to him or her, there is what is called a private bond or surety bond.

This is an agreement made with a bail agent or bondsman who will post the full bail amount. In return, the defendant and/or cosigner will pay a premium to the bail agent. This premium will be 10-15% of the full bail amount.



For example, if bail is posted at $5,000, then the premium will cost approximately $500-$750.

A bail agent will often require some form of collateral, for example, a lien on a house, a car or jewelry. This is to ensure that if the defendant skips bail, or does not appear in court, the bail agent has some sort of compensation for the full bail amount being paid.

Remember, by making an agreement with a bail agent the signatory takes responsibility for paying the full bail amount if the defendant does not appear in court.

Option 3 - How to Post a Property Bond for a Defendant at Vanderburgh County Jail

If you are a landowner in Vanderburgh County you may be able to post a property bond. Property within Vanderburgh County may be used as collateral to bail someone out. All owners of the property must be present to sign the bond in order for this to happen.

To find if property located outside of Vanderburgh County can be used as collateral, call a local bail or bond agent or contact a defense lawyer.

Click here for additional information on how to post bail at Vanderburgh County Jail.

Who can post Bail or Bond for a Defendant at Vanderburgh County Jail?

Anyone over the age of 18 who can produce a valid government-issued photo ID can post bail. Accepted forms of ID include a Photo Driver's License, Passport, or Motor Vehicle issued ID.

In many circumstances, if the defendant has the resources, they can post their own cash bail from jail.

Surety Bonds are arranged by a third party, typically a Indiana state licensed Bail Bond firm.

Juveniles may only be bailed or bonded out of custody by a parent or legal guardian.

Vanderburgh County Justice System Flowchart

When will the Cash Bail or Collateral be returned to me?

Money or collateral will not be returned until the defendant's court case is finished, so realistically it could take several months to years, depending on the severity of the charges. If a defendant posts his or her own bail, Vanderburgh County Court may retain whatever amount of fines or fees have accumulated throughout the trial.

What happens to my Bail or Collateral if the Defendant misses Court?

The Vanderburgh County Judge may order a failure to appear warrant for the person's arrest or the Judge may order a Bail Commissioner's Letter be issued that will be sent to the person with a new court date.

If cash bail was paid, the entire amount may be forfeited.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Vanderburgh County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Vanderburgh County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register here to create an account with icaregifts for Vanderburgh County.
  • Choose Indiana, then Vanderburgh County Jail, and then the products you want shipped to them, and input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Vanderburgh County at any one time.
  • There are a total of fourteen (14) pre-determined icaregift packs available to choose from. 
  • The gift packs for inmates in Vanderburgh County range in price from $10.49 for ten pre-stamped envelopes, 2 pens and a pad of writing paper, to $104.99 for a box of 85 snack and food items.

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Vanderburgh County Jail, as well as sending money to the inmate so that they can purchase their own items, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Vanderburgh County.


 

Vanderburgh County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Vanderburgh County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature.

Envelopes
The Vanderburgh County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Vanderburgh County Detention Center
C/O “Inmate Name”
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights , KY 41076



Legal Mail

Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Name
Vanderburgh County Detention Center
3500 North Harlan Ave
Evansville, IN 47711



Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Vanderburgh County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Vanderburgh County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Name
Vanderburgh County Detention Center
3500 North Harlan Ave
Evansville, IN 47711


 

Vanderburgh County Jail Inmate Commissary Online Purchases

You can order an inmate commissary or a gift package of snacks and hygiene products online and have them shipped directly to the facility by ordering from MyCarePack.com.

You can learn more about commissary purchases, including what you can purchase, how much it costs, how to deposit money and more on our inmate money and commissary page.


 

Vanderburgh County Jail now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.


Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis (or are given to the inmate use for a limited time) and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

Here's how it works:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

Questions:

iphone app download

Google Play download


 

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Vanderburgh County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Vanderburgh County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with Inmate Sales, the company that handles inmate messaging in Vanderburgh County, by creating an account.
  • Select Indiana, then select Vanderburgh County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
  • If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
  • NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.

-  Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.  
-  This product allows Vanderburgh County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
-  Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00.
-  Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.

Inmate Sales Apps

iphone app
Google Play app

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Vanderburgh County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Vanderburgh County.


 

How Do Inmates in Vanderburgh County Jail Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Vanderburgh County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

  • Vanderburgh County Jail uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
  • Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678
  • Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
  • Services for Vanderburgh County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.

iphone app
Google Play app

For all the information regarding phone calls with Vanderburgh County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.


 

How Do You Visit an Inmate in Vanderburgh County Jail?

Other than 'at the jail' visits between you and your inmate at Vanderburgh County Jail, which is explained and outlined in detail on our Visit Inmate Page, Vanderburgh County remote video inmate visitation can be done using the services of Inmate Sales utilizing the following instructions:

In order to have a successful video visit with an inmate in Vanderburgh County, these are the steps to follow:

  • Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
  • Register with Inmate Sales.
  • Find Vanderburgh County Jail
  • Select 'New Purchase'
  • Choose Vanderburgh County Jail and a product (either 'Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
  • Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
  • Schedule a visit.
  • Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.

* All the information you need to have complete knowledge about inmate visitation; policies, rules, fees, schedules, tips, dress codes, and children, lawyers and clergy visitation in Vanderburgh County, can be found on our Visit Inmate Page.

Vanderburgh County Jail Phone: 812-421-6200


 

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Vanderburgh County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Vanderburgh County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with correctpay by creating an account.
  • Select Indiana, then select Vanderburgh County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
  • You can deposit money four ways:
  • Deposit online at correctpay.com.
  • Deposit at the VendEngine kiosk in the Vanderburgh County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Vanderburgh County Jail.


 

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