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Brewton, Alabama
Bail Bonds

Brewton is the county seat of Escambia County — home to the Escambia County Jail, the 21st Judicial Circuit Court, the District Court, and the District Attorney's Office. Every criminal case from every city in Escambia County flows through Brewton's courts. M&J Bail Bonds handles Brewton arrests and all Escambia County bail 24/7.

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Table Of Contents

Everything Brewton families need after an arrest — where the defendant is held, which court hears the case, what bail costs, and how fast M&J can post the bond.

Bail Bonds In Brewton

How the process works locally

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Where Defendants Are Held

Address, phones, hold rules

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Other Escambia County Cities

Every city we serve

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Escambia County Courts

21st Circuit, District, federal

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What Bail Costs

10% premium by bail range

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Who Qualifies

Aniah's Law and federal cases

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Why Brewton Chooses M&J

Licensed, local, 24/7

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Arrest To Release

Step-by-step in Brewton

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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

Info that speeds things up

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Brewton FAQs

Local questions answered

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Counties We Serve

Alabama coverage map

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Related Pages

Charges and payment options

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Brewton, Alabama

Bail Bonds In
Brewton, Alabama

Brewton is the county seat of Escambia County and the center of its criminal justice system. The Escambia County Jail, the 21st Judicial Circuit courtrooms, the District Court, the Circuit Clerk, and the District Attorney's Office are all located in the city.

Because the jail and the courts sit minutes apart, Brewton cases can move faster than cases from outlying cities where defendants must first be transported. That works both ways — bench warrants and probation matters are also served aggressively in the county seat.

The Escambia County Jail at 316 Court Street is operated by the Escambia County Sheriff's Office under Sheriff Heath Jackson, with a 153-bed capacity and a 24/7 inmate information line at (251) 809-0741. Court dates for every Escambia County case are published at escambia.alacourt.gov.

Arrested in Brewton right now?

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

Brewton Police Department & Escambia County Jail

The Brewton Police Department is located at 1010-A Douglas Avenue, Brewton, AL 36426 — (251) 867-3212, admin hours Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM with 24/7 patrol coverage. Defendants are held at the Escambia County Jail, also in Brewton at 316 Court Street.

County Seat — Jail And Courts Here

Brewton Police Department

1010-A Douglas Avenue, Brewton, AL 36426. Phone (251) 867-3212. Administrative hours are Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM with 24/7 patrol coverage. The Brewton Police Department operates as a division of the Escambia County Sheriff's Office.

Escambia County Jail

316 Court Street, Brewton, AL 36426. Sheriff's main line (251) 809-0741 (24/7) · jail direct (251) 867-0304 · tip line (251) 809-2154 · ecsoal@escambiacountysheriffal.org. Sheriff Heath Jackson. 153-bed capacity. Admin office Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Inmate Search & Mail

Check the 'Current Inmates' roster at escambiacountysheriffal.org — a 48-hour released list is on the same site. Booking records can take up to 6 hours to appear after arrest. Inmate mail: [Inmate Full Name & Inmate ID#], Escambia County Jail, 316 Court Street, Brewton, AL 36426.

Brewton Is Where Everything Happens

Unlike most Escambia County cities where defendants are transported to Brewton for detention, Brewton residents are already in the city where the jail and the courts are located. The Escambia County Jail at 316 Court Street is minutes from the 21st Judicial Circuit courtrooms, so M&J can move faster on Brewton cases — call immediately.

Escambia County Sheriff's Office — escambiacountysheriffal.org

Where Bail Is Set

Misdemeanor bail follows the Escambia County bail schedule once booking is complete — no court appearance required. Felony bail is set by a 21st Circuit judge at arraignment in Brewton, and Aniah's Law hearings are held in Circuit Court. M&J monitors the docket and posts the moment bail is set.

County Seat — Jail And Courts Here · 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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Escambia County Court System

Escambia County Courts — 21st Judicial Circuit

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 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 criminal 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 information is 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

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/, /alabama/no-collateral-bail-bonds/, and /alabama/online-bail-bonds/.

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What To Expect

What Does A Bail Bond Cost In Brewton, Alabama?

Alabama law (Ala. Code § 12-19-311) fixes the bail bond premium at exactly 10% of the bail amount — the same rate across all 6 Escambia County municipalities. M&J charges exactly that. State fees are disclosed upfront.

01Misdemeanor, ordinance, minor DUI

Bail: $500 – $2,500

Your cost: $50 – $250

02DUI 1st/2nd, simple assault, drug 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 Are 15%

I-65 runs through Escambia County — an active drug interdiction corridor. Federal charges go to the U.S. District Court — Southern District of Alabama and carry a 15% premium instead of the 10% state rate. 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 Brewton?

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 Escambia County bail schedule applies, so no judge is required. Bail is available within hours of booking 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.

  • 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

Federal charges go to the U.S. District Court — Southern District of Alabama in Mobile. 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 arrests in Brewton.

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 Brewton, Alabama

The path is the same for every Brewton arrest — local processing, then bail, then release.

1

Step 1Arrest & Transport

A Brewton police officer, an Escambia County Sheriff's deputy, or an Alabama state trooper transports the defendant to the Escambia County Jail, 316 Court Street, Brewton.

2

Step 2Booking

ID confirmation, health screening, property inventory, fingerprints, and photograph. Booking records may take up to 6 hours to appear online — which is why calling early matters.

3

Step 3Bail Is Set

Misdemeanor bail follows the Escambia County bail schedule with no court appearance. Felony bail is set by a 21st Circuit judge at arraignment in Brewton.

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Step 4M&J Posts The Bond

Call (833) MNJ-BAIL with the full name, date of birth, and city of arrest. We locate the record — including the Escambia County Sheriff's Office roster after transfer — and post the moment bail is set. Release processing typically takes 2–6 hours.

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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 Brewton, Alabama

The charges M&J bonds most often in Brewton. 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

Brewton, Alabama
Bail Bond FAQs

The questions Brewton 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.

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

Don't see your county?

We post DUI bail bonds across all of Alabama.

Call us with the county of arrest.

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Don't wait. Every hour your loved one spends in Mobile County Metro 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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