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Clarke County Jail
Bail Bonds
Every defendant arrested anywhere in Clarke County ends up at the Clarke County Jail, 149 Clark Street in Grove Hill. That is where bail is posted and where release happens. M&J Bail Bonds delivers bonds to the facility in person, 24 hours a day, at Alabama's state-set 10% premium.
Clarke County Jail — At A Glance
- Address
- 149 Clark Street, Grove Hill, AL 36451
- Sheriff's main line
- (251) 275-4254 — 24/7
- Jail direct
- (251) 275-8132
- Capacity
- 142 beds
- Operated by
- Clarke County Sheriff DeWayne Smith
- Premium
- 10% — Ala. Code § 12-19-311
Table Of Contents
Everything families need about the Clarke County Jail — the address and phones, how booking works, who sets bail, what a bond costs, and how fast release happens.
About The Clarke County Jail
Who runs it and who is held there
Address, Phones & Inmate Info
Facility details and roster
Other Clarke County Facilities
Jails, courts, county hub
Courts That Set Bail
1st Circuit, District, federal
Booking & Bail Process
Arrest to release, step by step
How Bail Works Here
Schedules, judges, Aniah's Law
What A Bail Bond Costs
10% premium by bail range
Why Families Call M&J
Licensed, local, 24/7
Charges We Handle
DUI, DV, drugs, felonies
Our Reviews
What families say
Clarke County Jail FAQs
Booking, bail, and release
Counties We Serve
Where M&J writes bonds
Related Pages
Courts, cities, charges
One County Jail, Every Arrest
About The
Clarke County Jail
The Clarke County Jail at 149 Clark Street in Grove Hill is the county's only long-term detention facility — a 142-bed jail operated by the Clarke County Sheriff's Office under Sheriff DeWayne Smith. Arrests made by Jackson PD, Thomasville PD, Grove Hill PD, Alabama state troopers, or Clarke County deputies all funnel here.
No Clarke County city operates a long-term jail. City police departments hold defendants briefly for processing, and anything requiring a county bond moves to Grove Hill. Bail is never set by jail staff: misdemeanor bail follows the Clarke County bail schedule, and felony bail is set by a judge of the 1st Judicial Circuit.
Custody records are published by the Clarke County Sheriff's Office — clarkecountyal.com, which maintains a Current Inmates roster and a 48-hour released list. Court dates appear at alacourt.gov.
Someone just booked into the Clarke County Jail?
Call (833) MNJ-BAIL or (251) 421-1834 with the full name and date of birth. We confirm the booking, the charges, and the bail amount — then start the bond immediately, at any hour.
Address, Phones & Inmate Information
Every extended detention, inmate service, and bail posting in Clarke County happens at 149 Clark Street in Grove Hill. M&J delivers the bond in person.
Where Bonds Are PostedAddress & Phones
149 Clark Street, Grove Hill, AL 36451. Sheriff's main line (251) 275-4254 (24/7), jail direct (251) 275-8132, tip line (251) 809-2154. Email ecsoal@clarkecountyal.com.
Hours & Capacity
Booking and release operate 24 hours a day, every day. Capacity is 142 beds. The administrative office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Operated By
The Clarke County Sheriff's Office under Sheriff DeWayne Smith. Jail staff do not set bail — bail is a court decision through the 1st Judicial Circuit in Grove Hill.
Inmate Search, Mail & Money
A Current Inmates roster and 48-hour released list are published at clarkecountyal.com. Personal mail goes to [Inmate Full Name & Inmate ID#], Clarke County Jail, 149 Clark Street, Grove Hill, AL 36451. Confirm commissary and visitation rules at (251) 275-4254.
Ala. Code § 12-19-311 — Alabama bail bond premium law →
The Jail Does Not Set Bail
Deputies and correctional staff cannot raise, lower, or waive a bail amount. Misdemeanor bail comes from the Clarke County bail schedule; felony bail is set by a 1st Circuit judge at arraignment. M&J monitors the docket and posts the bond the moment bail exists.
Where Bonds Are Posted · This page provides general legal information only. It is not legal advice. Consult a licensed Alabama attorney regarding your specific situation.
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Other Clarke County Jails & Courts
The county jail is where bonds are posted. These are the courts that set bail and the other facilities involved after a Clarke County arrest.
All Clarke County JailsJails Hub
The 142-bed county jail in Grove HillCity police holding, addresses, and transfer rulesClarke County JailsClarke County Circuit CourtFelonies · 1st Judicial
Felony bail, arraignments, Aniah Hearings114 Court Street, Grove Hill · clarke.alacourt.govCircuit Court Bail BondsClarke County District CourtMisdemeanors
County bail schedule · felony preliminary hearings114 Court Street, Grove Hill · clarke.alacourt.govDistrict Court Bail BondsAll Clarke County CourtsCourts Hub
Circuit · District · Municipal · FederalWho sets bail and whenClarke County CourtsClarke County Bail Bonds HubCounty Guide
All 5 cities, the county jail, every courtBail costs, payment plans, and Aniah's LawClarke County Bail BondsAll roads lead to 149 Clark Street. City police may hold a defendant briefly for processing; every defendant is then booked at the Clarke County Jail. Call (833) MNJ-BAIL immediately after any Clarke County arrest.
Clarke County Court System
Courts That Set Bail For Clarke County Jail
The jail does not set bail — the courts do. The 1st Judicial Circuit covers Clarke and Choctaw, Washington, and Monroe Counties, and every state criminal case from every city in Clarke County is heard in Grove Hill.
Clarke County Circuit Court — 1st Judicial Circuit
Felonies- Covers
- Clarke, Choctaw, Washington, and Monroe Counties
- Courthouse
- Clarke County Courthouse — 114 Court Street, Grove Hill, AL 36451
- Circuit Clerk
- Clarke County Circuit Clerk — verify the current clerk and direct line at clarke.alacourt.gov
- Website
- clarke.alacourt.gov
- Bail
- Set at arraignment; Aniah Hearings held here
Clarke County District Court
Misdemeanors- Courthouse
- Clarke County Courthouse — 114 Court Street, Grove Hill, AL 36451
- Handles
- All misdemeanor cases and felony preliminary hearings
- Website
- clarke.alacourt.gov
- Bail
- Misdemeanor bail set by county schedule — often same day
U.S. District Court — Southern District of Alabama
Federal · 15%- Handles
- Federal cases from Clarke County — US-43 and AL-69 corridor
- Address
- 155 Saint Joseph Street, Mobile, AL 36602
- Phone
- (251) 690-2371 · alsd.uscourts.gov
- Chief Judge
- Hon. Jeffrey U. Beaverstock
- Bonds
- Federal bonds carry a 15% premium — see /alabama/federal-bail-bonds/
License Suspensions & State Fees
License suspensions are administered by the Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) — view official license suspension information →. First and second offenses also carry a $100 Impaired Drivers Trust Fund fee (§ 32-5A-191.2).
Court Dates & Case Records
Clarke County court information is published by the 1st Judicial Circuit at clarke.alacourt.gov, with statewide case and court-date lookups at alacourt.gov. Federal cases are docketed at alsd.uscourts.gov.
Missing a 1st Circuit court date means a bench warrant and bond forfeiture. Call us before a date is missed — it is far easier to fix in advance.
Payment Plans For Clarke County Families
The 10% premium is fixed by Alabama law, but M&J works with families on monthly installments, co-signer arrangements, and collateral including real property and vehicle titles.
Accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Amex, ACH, Zelle, and cash. The whole process can run remotely — phone, e-sign, pay online. See /alabama/payment-plan-bail-bonds/ and /alabama/no-collateral-bail-bonds/.
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What Does A Bail Bond Cost At The Clarke County Jail?
Alabama law (Ala. Code § 12-19-311) fixes the bail bond premium at exactly 10% of the bail amount — the same rate across all of Clarke County. M&J charges exactly that, and state fees are disclosed upfront.
Charge Level
Avg Bail Range
Your Cost (10%)
01Misdemeanor, minor DUI, city ordinance
Bail: $500 – $2,500
Your cost: $50 – $250
02DUI, simple assault, drug possession
Bail: $2,500 – $10,000
Your cost: $250 – $1,000
03Felony DUI, DV felony, burglary
Bail: $10,000 – $25,000
Your cost: $1,000 – $2,500
04Robbery, drug trafficking
Bail: $25,000 – $100,000
Your cost: $2,500 – $10,000
05Violent felony, major trafficking
Bail: $100,000+
Your cost: $10,000+
State Fees, Federal Bonds & Payment Options
Alabama state fees apply on top of the 10% premium and M&J discloses the exact total before you sign — no surprises. US-43 and AL-69 drug interdiction in Clarke County generates federal charges, and federal bonds carry a 15% premium — see /alabama/federal-bail-bonds/. Visa, Mastercard, Amex, ACH, Zelle, and cash accepted, with payment plans available — see /alabama/payment-plan-bail-bonds/.
Read the statute: Ala. Code § 12-19-311
10%State-Set Premium
Premium rate verified by FindLaw →
Premiums are fixed at 10% by Ala. Code § 12-19-311 (published by Justia at law.justia.com). Federal bonds carry a 15% premium. Ranges above are illustrative only and are not a quote or a promise of bail.
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Payment Plans
For Real Families
Most families don't have the full 10% premium sitting in a checking account — and that is completely normal. M&J Bail Bonds offers flexible payment arrangements tailored to your financial situation so cost is never the reason your loved one stays in jail longer than necessary.
Payment Plans
We work with you on a payment schedule for the premium. Ask our agents about monthly payment arrangements when you call. No two situations are the same — we will find something that works for your family.
Collateral Options
Depending on the bond amount, collateral may or may not be required. Many DUI bonds — especially first and second offenses — do not require collateral at all. Ask us about your specific situation.
Multiple Payment Methods
We accept Visa, Mastercard, Amex, ACH / bank transfer, Zelle, and cash. Ask about which methods work best for your payment plan arrangement.
Important
The 10% premium is non-refundable under Alabama law — it is earned the moment the bond is posted, regardless of how the case resolves, even if charges are dropped. This is not M&J policy — it is Alabama state law (Ala. Code § 12-19-311). Our agents will explain this fully before you sign anything.
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How Bail Works At The Clarke County Jail
The jail holds; the courts decide. The county bail schedule covers most misdemeanors, a 1st Circuit judge sets felony bail, and certain serious charges require an Aniah Hearing before bail is possible.
Misdemeanors — County Schedule
Set automatically after booking, without a judge appearance. Release is often same-day.
- Bail typically available within hours
- Bond posted at 149 Clark Street, Grove Hill
- See /alabama/misdemeanor-bail-bonds/
Authority
Clarke County bail schedule
Felonies — Circuit Judge
A 1st Circuit judge sets bail at arraignment, typically within 72 hours of booking.
- District Court holds the preliminary hearing
- Class D through Class A felonies are usually bondable
- See /alabama/felony-bail-bonds/
Authority
1st Judicial Circuit — Clarke and Choctaw, Washington, and Monroe Counties
Aniah's Law — Bail Can Be Denied
Murder, robbery 1st, kidnapping 1st, burglary 1st, drug trafficking, DV 1st, and arson 1st can all result in bail being denied after a hearing.
- The judge decides — denial is not automatic
- We monitor the Grove Hill docket in real time
- We post the moment bail is granted
Authority
Ala. Const. Art. I § 16, am. 2022 (Aniah's Law)
Federal & Immigration Holds
Federal detainees are arraigned in the Southern District of Alabama in Mobile; a U.S. Magistrate sets release conditions.
- 15% premium on federal bonds
- US-43 and AL-69 interdiction drives federal drug cases
- See /alabama/federal-bail-bonds/
Authority
U.S. District Court — Southern District of Alabama
Who Usually Qualifies
Most standard DUI defendants qualify for bail once booking is complete and bail has been set, especially when there is no serious injury allegation, no active hold, and a responsible cosigner is available.
Who Doesn't Qualify Automatically
Bail can be delayed, increased, or denied when there is a judge's hold, an active warrant, a prior failure to appear, a serious-injury allegation, or no approved cosigner or collateral for a high-risk bond. Call us and we will tell you what is actually on the booking record.
Give us a name and date of birth and we will tell you where the defendant is held, which court sets bail, and what the bond will cost.
Call (833) MNJ-BAIL Start ApplicationWhy M&J Bail Bonds
Benefits Of Using
M&J Bail Bonds
When someone you love is in custody for a DUI in Alabama, you need a bondsman who moves fast, communicates clearly, and never leaves you wondering. Here is what sets M&J apart.
24/7 Live Agents
We answer at 2 AM the same way we answer at 2 PM. Real people, every call, every day of the year including holidays.
10% State-Regulated Rate
Alabama law sets the premium — we charge exactly that. Nothing padded. Nothing hidden. No surprise fees after the paperwork is signed.
Fast Booking Search
Give us a name and county and we start working immediately. We often locate the booking record before you arrive.
Free House Calls
Can't come to our office? Our mobile agents come to you — home, work, or the jail itself — to complete all necessary paperwork.
Multi-State Licensed
We are licensed in Alabama, Ohio, Texas, and Florida. One number, one team, any state. No confusion about who handles what.
Federal & Immigration Bonds
We handle the full spectrum — including federal charges and immigration bonds — with the same speed and care as standard DUI proceedings.
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Booking & Bail Process
At The Clarke County Jail
From the arrest anywhere in the county to release from 149 Clark Street in Grove Hill.
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Step 1 — Arrest
A city police officer, a Clarke County deputy, or an Alabama state trooper makes the arrest.
2
Step 2 — Transport Or Short City Hold
Most defendants are transported directly to 149 Clark Street. Jackson, Thomasville, and Grove Hill arrests may be processed at the city police department first.
3
Step 3 — Booking
Identity confirmation, health screening, property inventory, fingerprints, and photograph. The booking record must exist before a bond can be written.
4
Step 4 — Bail Is Set
Misdemeanor bail follows the Clarke County bail schedule with no court appearance. Felony bail is set by a 1st Circuit judge at arraignment, usually within 72 hours.
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Step 5 — M&J Posts The Bond
Call (833) MNJ-BAIL with the full name, date of birth, and city of arrest. We confirm the bail amount and deliver the bond to 149 Clark Street in person, at any hour.
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Step 6 — Release
Release processing typically takes 2–6 hours after the bond is posted, depending on booking volume.
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Charges We Handle
At The Clarke County Jail
The charges M&J bonds most often out of Grove Hill. Open any charge for statute citations, bail ranges, and the full process.
Not sure which category applies? Call us — we will look up the booking record and tell you exactly what charge was filed and what bail was set. This information is general — not legal advice.
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What We Need When You Call
Defendant's Full Legal Name
First and last. If you only have a first name, a date of birth helps us find the right record.
Date Of Birth
Prevents confusion when multiple people share the same name.
City Or County Of Arrest
Tells us which jail to check first and speeds up the search.
Booking Number
Not required — but if you have it, it cuts the search time significantly.
Don't have all of this? Call us anyway. We can often locate the record with just a name and approximate location.
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Clarke County Jail
Bail Bond FAQs
Address, inmate search, who sets bail, and how fast release happens.
Still have questions? Call (833) MNJ-BAIL — we answer 24/7 and can look up the booking record while we talk.
Cities We Serve
Clarke County City Pages
Open the city where the arrest happened for local police, transport, and bail details.
Jackson
Clarke County's largest city — processed at Jackson PD, then transferred to the Clarke County Jail in Grove HillJackson Police Department · 118 College Avenue · (251) 246-4484Jackson Bail BondsThomasville
Second-largest city and the county's paper-mill hub — area code 334, not 251Thomasville Police Department · City Hall (334) 636-1542Thomasville Bail BondsGrove Hill
County seat — the jail, the Sheriff's Office, and both courtrooms are hereClarke County Sheriff's Office · 114 Court Street · (251) 275-4254Grove Hill Bail BondsCoffeeville
CCSO jurisdiction — Alabama River community, direct to the Clarke County JailClarke County Sheriff's Office · (251) 275-4254Coffeeville Bail BondsFulton
The county's smallest municipality — CCSO jurisdiction, direct to the Clarke County JailClarke County Sheriff's Office · (251) 275-4254Fulton Bail BondsUnincorporated Clarke CountyCCSO Jurisdiction
Rural Clarke County · US-43 and AL-69 corridors · Tombigbee and Alabama River communities · more than 700 miles of county dirt roadsDeputies transport directly to the Clarke County Jail · CCSO (251) 275-4254Clarke County Bail BondsOur Coverage
Alabama Counties
We Serve
M&J Bail Bonds is headquartered in Mobile, Alabama and posts DUI bail bonds across the state. Our primary coverage counties are listed below. Don't see your county? Call us — we serve all of Alabama.
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Main Jail: Escambia County Jail
Serving: Brewton and surrounding communities
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Main Jail: Clarke County Jail
Serving: Jackson, Grove Hill, Thomasville
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