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Escambia County
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Escambia County sits in south Alabama — 953 square miles of timber country, the Conecuh National Forest, and communities anchored by I-65 and the Florida border corridor. Atmore is the largest city. Brewton is the county seat. Flomaton sits on the Alabama-Florida state line. M&J Bail Bonds posts bail across all 6 Escambia County municipalities 24/7. One call. Real agents. No voicemail.

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Escambia County At A Glance

Population
36,630 (2024 estimate)
County Seat
Brewton
Largest City
Atmore
Municipalities
6 incorporated cities
Primary Jail
Escambia County Jail — 316 Court St, Brewton
Circuit
21st Judicial Circuit
Bail Premium
10% (Ala. Code § 12-19-311)
Available
24/7 · 365 days
Call
(833) MNJ-BAIL · (251) 421-1834

Table Of Contents

Everything Escambia County families need after an arrest — the county jail in Brewton, the 21st Circuit courts, every city, what bail costs, and how fast M&J can post the bond.

About Escambia County Bail Bonds

How bail works countywide

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Escambia County Jail

316 Court Street, Brewton

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Cities We Serve

All 6 municipalities

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Jails & Courts

County jail and 21st Circuit courts

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Escambia County Courts

21st Circuit, District, federal

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What A Bail Bond Costs

10% premium by bail range

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Who Qualifies For Bail

Aniah's Law and federal cases

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Benefits Of Using M&J

Licensed, local, 24/7

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Arrest To Release

Step-by-step countywide

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Our Reviews

What families say

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Most Common Charges

DUI to federal charges

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What We Need When You Call

Info that speeds things up

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Escambia County FAQs

County questions answered

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Counties We Serve

Alabama coverage

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Alabama Charge Pages

Every charge and payment option

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Our 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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Mobile County (Primary)

Mobile County Bail Bonds

Main Jail: Mobile County Metro Jail

450 St. Emanuel Street, Mobile, AL 36603

Inmate Info: (251) 574-6412

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Baldwin County

Baldwin County Bail Bonds

Main Jail: Baldwin County Corrections Center

Serving: Daphne, Fairhope, Foley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach

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Escambia County

Escambia County Bail Bonds

Main Jail: Escambia County Jail

Serving: Brewton and surrounding communities

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Clarke County

Clarke County Bail Bonds

Main Jail: Clarke County Jail

Serving: Jackson, Grove Hill, Thomasville

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All Of Alabama

Statewide Coverage

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We post DUI bail bonds across all of Alabama.

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Escambia County, Alabama

Bail Bonds Across
Escambia County, Alabama

Escambia County was founded December 10, 1868 from parts of Baldwin and Conecuh Counties. Located in south-central Alabama, the county is bounded by Baldwin County to the west, Monroe and Conecuh Counties to the north, Covington County to the east, and the state of Florida to the south. County government details are published at the Escambia County official website — escambiacountyal.gov.

With a population of 36,630 and 953 square miles, Escambia County is one of Alabama's more rural counties — but its position along I-65, its Florida border location, and the Poarch Band of Creek Indians' Wind Creek Casino in Atmore create distinctive law enforcement and bail bond activity.

The county's 6 incorporated municipalities span from Atmore (population 8,310) in the west to Brewton (county seat, 5,129) in the center. Flomaton in the south bears its name as a blend of Florida and Alabama — reflecting its position straddling the state line.

All defendants arrested anywhere in Escambia County are ultimately held at the Escambia County Jail at 316 Court Street, Brewton. The premium is fixed statewide at 10% by Ala. Code § 12-19-311 (also verified by FindLaw). M&J Bail Bonds posts bail at this facility 24/7.

Someone arrested in Escambia County right now?

Call (833) MNJ-BAIL or (251) 421-1834 with the full name, date of birth, and the city of arrest. We locate the booking record, confirm the bail amount, and start the paperwork immediately — day or night.

Escambia County Jail

Every defendant arrested anywhere in Escambia County — by any city police department or the Escambia County Sheriff — is ultimately held at the Escambia County Jail, 316 Court Street, Brewton, AL 36426. Sheriff Heath Jackson. Sheriff's main line (251) 809-0741 (24/7) · jail direct (251) 867-0304 · tip line (251) 809-2154 · ecsoal@escambiacountysheriffal.org.

Primary Detention Facility

Address, Capacity & Hours

316 Court Street, Brewton, AL 36426. Sheriff's main: (251) 809-0741 · Jail direct: (251) 867-0304 · Tip line: (251) 809-2154. Sheriff Heath Jackson · escambiacountysheriffal.org. Capacity: 153 beds. Admin office: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Inmate info line: 24/7 at (251) 809-0741. Inmate mail: [Inmate Full Name & Inmate ID#], Escambia County Jail, 316 Court Street, Brewton, AL 36426.

Booking Process

All defendants arrested anywhere in Escambia County — by any city police department or the Escambia County Sheriff — are ultimately held at the Escambia County Jail. Booking covers ID confirmation, health screening, property inventory, fingerprinting, and photograph. Booking records may take up to 6 hours to appear in the online system after arrest.

Inmate Search

The Escambia County Sheriff's Office maintains a 'Current Inmates' roster at escambiacountysheriffal.org, and a 48-hour released list is available on the same site. For immediate inmate search: call the Sheriff's main line at (251) 809-0741 (24/7) or call M&J Bail Bonds at (833) MNJ-BAIL — we search immediately.

Release Timeline

After M&J posts the bond, release processing typically takes 2–6 hours depending on facility volume. Misdemeanor bail set by county schedule can be posted same day. Felony bail requires arraignment before a 21st Circuit judge. M&J monitors the docket and posts the moment bail is set.

Escambia County Sheriff's Office — escambiacountysheriffal.org

Where Bail Is Set

Bail is set once booking at the Escambia County Jail is complete — not at a city police department. Misdemeanor bail follows the county schedule; felony bail is set by a 21st Circuit judge at arraignment in Brewton. If you cannot find your loved one on the roster right after an arrest, they may still be in city processing or in transit — call us and we will tell you exactly where they are.

Primary Detention Facility · 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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All 6 Escambia County Municipalities

Cities And Communities We Serve In Escambia County

M&J Bail Bonds serves all 6 incorporated municipalities and every unincorporated community in Escambia County. Open the city where the arrest happened.

Unincorporated Escambia County: the majority of the county's population lives in unincorporated areas — including communities near Atmore, the Poarch Creek Reservation, and the Conecuh National Forest corridor. Those arrests fall under Escambia County Sheriff's Office jurisdiction and defendants go directly to the Escambia County Jail at 316 Court Street, Brewton. ECSO: (251) 809-0741. Call (833) MNJ-BAIL — we serve every Escambia County city and unincorporated area 24/7.

Escambia County Court System

Escambia County Courts — Where Cases Are Heard

The 21st Judicial Circuit covers Escambia AND Conecuh Counties. Every felony and misdemeanor criminal case from every city in Escambia County is heard in Brewton.

Escambia County Circuit Court — 21st Judicial Circuit

Felonies
Handles
All felony criminal cases in Escambia County
Circuit coverage
The 21st Judicial Circuit covers Escambia and Conecuh Counties
Circuit Judge
Hon. J. David Jordan — P.O. Box 982, Brewton, AL 36427 · (251) 867-0281
Circuit Judge
Hon. Jeff White — P.O. Box 324, Brewton, AL 36427 · (251) 867-0253
Circuit Clerk
John Robert Fountain — P.O. Box 856, Brewton, AL 36427 · (251) 867-0225
Website
escambia.alacourt.gov
Bail
Set by a Circuit Court judge at arraignment — Aniah's Law hearings held here

Escambia County District Court

Misdemeanors
Handles
Misdemeanor criminal cases and felony preliminary hearings
District Judge
Hon. J. Eric Coale — P.O. Box 229, Brewton, AL 36427 · (251) 867-0252
Website
escambia.alacourt.gov
Bail
County bail schedule for misdemeanors — often same-day release

U.S. District Court — Southern District of Alabama

Federal · 15%
Handles
Federal cases arising in Escambia County
Address
155 Saint Joseph Street, Mobile, AL 36602
Phone
(251) 690-2371 · alsd.uscourts.gov
Chief Judge
Jeffrey U. Beaverstock
Note
I-65 drug interdiction through Escambia County generates federal charges
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

Escambia County court dates are published through the 21st Judicial Circuit at escambia.alacourt.gov, with statewide case and court-date lookups at alacourt.gov. Federal cases are docketed at alsd.uscourts.gov.

Missing a court date in the 21st Circuit 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 Escambia County Families

Many Escambia County families do not have the full 10% premium available upfront. M&J works with families in all 6 cities and every unincorporated area on monthly installments, co-signer arrangements, and collateral including real property and vehicle titles.

Accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Amex, ACH, Zelle, and cash. The full process can be handled remotely — phone, e-sign, and pay online. See /alabama/payment-plan-bail-bonds/, /alabama/no-collateral-bail-bonds/, and /alabama/online-bail-bonds/.

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What To Expect

What Does A Bail Bond Cost In Escambia County, Alabama?

10% of the bail amount — Ala. Code § 12-19-311. The same rate applies across all 6 Escambia County municipalities, from Atmore to Pollard.

01Misdemeanor, minor DUI, city ordinance

Bail: $500 – $2,500

Your cost: $50 – $250

02DUI 1st/2nd, assault, possession

Bail: $2,500 – $10,000

Your cost: $250 – $1,000

03DUI felony, DV felony, drug distribution

Bail: $10,000 – $25,000

Your cost: $1,000 – $2,500

04Robbery, burglary, drug trafficking

Bail: $25,000 – $100,000

Your cost: $2,500 – $10,000

05Violent felony, major trafficking

Bail: $100,000+

Your cost: $10,000+

I-65 Federal Charges

I-65 runs through Escambia County — an active drug interdiction corridor. Federal charges carry a 15% premium and go through the U.S. District Court — Southern District of Alabama in Mobile. See /alabama/federal-bail-bonds/.

Read the statute: Ala. Code § 12-19-311

10%State-Set Premium

Premium rate verified by FindLaw →

Alabama state administrative fees are added on top of the 10% premium under Ala. Code § 12-19-311 (verified by FindLaw at codes.findlaw.com). M&J discloses the exact total before you sign anything. Ranges are illustrative only and are not a quote or promise of bail.

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Flexible Payment Options

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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Bail Eligibility

Who Qualifies For Bail In Escambia County?

Most people arrested in Escambia County are bailable. Alabama's constitution guarantees bail in most cases — but Aniah's Law created an exception for certain serious offenses, and federal charges follow a separate process.

Misdemeanor Charges — Almost Always Bailable

The county bail schedule applies, so no judge is required. Bail is available within hours of booking at the Escambia County Jail and release is often same-day.

  • County schedule — no court appearance needed
  • Bond can be posted 24 hours a day
  • See /alabama/misdemeanor-bail-bonds/

Authority

Escambia County bail schedule

Felony Charges — Usually Bailable

A 21st Circuit judge sets bail at arraignment in Brewton. All four classes — D through A — are typically bondable unless Aniah's Law applies.

  • Bail set by a 21st Circuit judge
  • Preliminary hearing in District Court confirms probable cause
  • See /alabama/felony-bail-bonds/

Authority

21st Judicial Circuit — Escambia and Conecuh Counties

Aniah's Law Charges — Bail May Be Denied

Murder, robbery 1st, kidnapping 1st, burglary 1st, drug trafficking, DV 1st, and arson 1st can all result in bail being denied at an Aniah Hearing before a 21st Circuit judge.

  • Judge decides after a hearing; denial is not automatic
  • We check Aniah status in real time
  • We post the moment a judge grants bail

Authority

Ala. Const. Art. I § 16, am. 2022 (Aniah's Law)

Federal Charges — Different Process

I-65 interdiction and Poarch Creek Reservation jurisdiction generate federal cases. These go to the U.S. District Court — Southern District of Alabama, where a U.S. Magistrate sets bail and a 15% premium applies.

  • U.S. Magistrate sets conditions of release
  • 15% premium on federal bonds
  • See /alabama/federal-bail-bonds/

Authority

U.S. District Court — Southern District of Alabama

Who Usually Qualifies

Usually released same day: misdemeanors, first-offense DUI, petty theft, and simple possession booked into the Escambia County Jail.

Who Doesn't Qualify Automatically

Not automatic: Aniah's Law felonies, outstanding bench warrants, probation holds, and federal or immigration detainers. Call us and we will monitor the docket.

Not sure whether bail is available? We will pull the record and tell you in minutes.

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Why 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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Step By Step

From Arrest To Release
In Escambia County, Alabama

Every Escambia County arrest follows the same path — local processing, transport to Brewton, bail, then release.

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Step 1Arrest & Transport

A city police officer, an Escambia County Sheriff's deputy, or an Alabama state trooper transports the defendant to the Escambia County Jail at 316 Court Street, Brewton. Atmore has a city jail that may hold misdemeanor defendants first.

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Step 2Booking

ID confirmation, health screening, property inventory, fingerprints, and photograph. Booking records may take up to 6 hours to appear in the online system after arrest.

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Step 3Bail Is Set

Misdemeanor bail follows the Escambia County bail schedule — no court appearance required. Felony bail is set by a 21st Judicial Circuit judge at arraignment in Brewton, and Aniah's Law hearings are held in Circuit Court.

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Step 4Call M&J Bail Bonds Immediately

Call the moment you know about the arrest. We locate the record through the Escambia County Sheriff's Office roster and start the bond so nothing waits on paperwork. (833) MNJ-BAIL — 24/7.

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Real Families. Real Results.

What Families Say
About M&J Bail Bonds

Real feedback from Alabama families we've helped release loved ones — sourced live from Google.

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Related Charges

Most Common Charges
In Escambia County, Alabama

The charges M&J bonds most often across Escambia County. Open any charge for statute citations, bail ranges, and the full bail 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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Be Prepared

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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Common Questions

Escambia County
Bail Bond FAQs

The questions Escambia County families ask us most — answered plainly.

Still have questions? Call (833) MNJ-BAIL — we answer 24/7 and can look up the booking record while we talk.

Ready To Get Your Loved One Home?

Don't wait. Every hour your loved one spends in the Escambia County Jail is an hour we could be working on their release. Call M&J Bail Bonds now — or fill out the form and a licensed agent will call you within 5–10 minutes.

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