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Bayou La Batre
Alabama Bail Bonds
Bayou La Batre is Mobile County's Gulf Coast fishing community — the "Seafood Capital of Alabama." With its own police department and municipal court, Bayou La Batre has a distinct local legal structure. Arrests are processed locally before transfer to Mobile County Metro Jail. M&J Bail Bonds covers Bayou La Batre 24/7.
Table Of Contents
Everything Bayou La Batre families need after an arrest — the city PD, the municipal court, transfer to Metro Jail, what bail costs, and how fast we can post.
Bail Bonds In Bayou La Batre
How the process works here
Arrest & Booking
What happens first, step by step
Bayou La Batre PD
8725 Delcambre Street
Mobile County Metro Jail
Where defendants end up
Facility Map
Both locations, interactive
Bayou La Batre Courts
Municipal, District, Circuit
What Bail Costs
10% premium by bail range
Payment Plans
Installments and collateral
Who Qualifies
Aniah's Law and federal cases
Why Choose M&J
Local, licensed, 24/7
Common Bayou La Batre Charges
DUI to boating violations
Areas We Serve
All of Bayou La Batre
Our Reviews
What families say
What We Need
Info that speeds things up
Bayou La Batre FAQs
Local questions answered
Other Mobile County Cities
Mobile, Prichard, Chickasaw
Our Coverage
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Bayou La Batre
Bayou La Batre (locally pronounced "BYE-la-BAT-ree") is a Gulf Coast fishing city in southwest Mobile County with a population of approximately 2,204. Historically a French settlement, the city's name translates roughly to "bayou of the battery" — referring to a French artillery position on its banks.
The city is home to a working seafood harbor, shrimp boats, and seafood processing facilities, earning it the designation "Seafood Capital of Alabama." It sits approximately 24 miles southwest of downtown Mobile, on the coastal plain near Portersville Bay.
Unlike most small Mobile County cities, Bayou La Batre has its own Municipal Court handling city-level ordinance matters. Criminal charges still go to the Mobile County court system. The Bayou La Batre Police Department handles all city arrests with transfer to Metro Jail for extended detention.
A bail bond in Bayou La Batre costs exactly 10% of the bail amount set by the court — fixed by Alabama law under Ala. Code § 12-19-311 — Alabama's bail bond fee law.
Arrested in Bayou La Batre right now?
Call (833) MNJ-BAIL or (251) 421-1834. Give us the full name and date of birth — we track the booking record through both the Bayou La Batre and Mobile County systems and have the bond ready the moment the defendant reaches Metro Jail.
Bayou La Batre PD & Mobile County Metro Jail
Bayou La Batre arrests touch two facilities: the Bayou La Batre Police Department on Delcambre Street for initial processing, and Mobile County Metro Jail — approximately 24 miles away — for full booking, bail, and release. The city's own Municipal Court handles only ordinance violations, not criminal charges.
Official SourcesBayou La Batre Police Department
8725 Delcambre Street, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509. Non-emergency: (251) 824-2757 · Fax: (251) 824-2935. Chief of Police: Scott Dagg · Assistant Chief: Michael Goodin. Primary law enforcement agency for the city.
Bayou La Batre Municipal Court
13785 South Wintzell Avenue, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509 · (251) 824-1825. Handles city ordinance violations and minor city-level offenses only. Criminal charges (DUI, assault, drug possession, theft) go to Mobile County District and Circuit Court — not Municipal Court.
Mobile County Metro Jail
450 St. Emanuel Street, Mobile, AL 36603. Inmate info: (251) 574-6412 · mobileso.com. Booking 24/7. Approximately 24 miles from Bayou La Batre. Operated by the Mobile County Sheriff's Office, 510 South Royal Street, Mobile, AL 36603.
Finding A Bayou La Batre Inmate
Call BLBPD at (251) 824-2757 for initial holds. After transfer, check mobileso.com — Mobile County's official inmate search. Or call M&J Bail Bonds at (833) MNJ-BAIL — we check both facilities for you immediately.
Mobile County Sheriff's Office — mobileso.com inmate search →
Where Bail Is Set
Bail is set at Mobile County Metro Jail after booking is complete — not at the Bayou La Batre Police Department or Municipal Court. Misdemeanor bail follows the county schedule. Felony bail is set by a Circuit Court judge at arraignment. If you cannot locate your loved one at Metro Jail right after a Bayou La Batre arrest, they may still be in initial processing or in transit — call us and we will tell you exactly where they are.
Official Sources · 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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Bayou La Batre PD & Metro Jail On The Map
Both facilities a Bayou La Batre arrest touches — the Bayou La Batre Police Department on Delcambre Street for initial processing, and Mobile County Metro Jail downtown Mobile where bail is posted and release happens. Tap any map to zoom, or open directions directly.
Bayou La Batre Police Department
8725 Delcambre Street, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509 · (251) 824-2757 · Initial processing and short-term holds after a Bayou La Batre arrest.
Get DirectionsMobile County Metro Jail
450 St. Emanuel Street, Mobile, AL 36603 · (251) 574-6412 · Full booking, bail posting, and release — where M&J posts your bond 24/7.
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Bayou La Batre Courts, Payment Plans & Areas We Serve
Bayou La Batre has its own Municipal Court for city ordinance violations, but criminal cases from Bayou La Batre arrests are handled in the Mobile County court system.
Bayou La Batre Municipal Court
City Ordinances Only- Handles
- City ordinance violations and minor city-level offenses
- Address
- 13785 South Wintzell Avenue, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509
- Phone
- (251) 824-1825
- Note
- Criminal charges such as DUI, assault, and drug possession go to Mobile County District or Circuit Court — not Municipal Court
Mobile County District Court
Misdemeanors- Handles
- Bayou La Batre misdemeanor criminal cases, felony preliminary hearings
- Address
- 205 Government Street, Room 338 N Tower, Mobile, AL 36644
- Phone
- (251) 574-8511
- Note
- DUI, simple assault, theft, and misdemeanor possession from Bayou La Batre all go here
Mobile County Circuit Court (13th Judicial Circuit)
Felonies- Handles
- All Bayou La Batre felony criminal cases
- Address
- 205 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36644
- Circuit Clerk
- Sharla Knox — (251) 574-8786
- Bail
- Set by a Circuit Court judge at arraignment
- Typical charges
- Drug charges, felony assault, and property crime cases come up regularly from Bayou La Batre
Bayou La Batre Areas And Corridors We Serve
All Of Bayou La Batre- Working seafood harbor
- Shrimp boats and seafood processing facilities — theft of fishing equipment and commercial property is a recurring issue
- South Wintzell Avenue corridor
- Home to Municipal Court and much of the city's commercial activity
- Portersville Bay coastal areas
- Marine and boating violations, including BUI, can result in arrest here
- Coverage
- Our agents are local to Mobile and available 24/7 for all of Bayou La Batre, roughly 24 miles southwest of downtown
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
Mobile County court information is published through the 13th Judicial Circuit at mobile.alacourt.gov, and statewide case and court-date lookups run through alacourt.gov.
Missing a court date in the 13th 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 Bayou La Batre Families
Many Bayou La Batre families do not have the full 10% premium available upfront — that is completely normal. We offer monthly installment plans, co-signer arrangements, and collateral options on larger bonds, with options as low as 1% down for qualifying families.
Accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Amex, ACH, Zelle, and cash. Mobile agents come to you if needed. See /alabama/payment-plan-bail-bonds/ and /alabama/no-collateral-bail-bonds/.
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What Does A Bail Bond Cost After A Bayou La Batre Arrest?
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 Mobile County. No exceptions.
Charge Level
Avg Bail Range
Your Cost (10%)
01Misdemeanor, petty theft, simple assault
Bail: $500 – $2,500
Your cost: $50 – $250
02DUI, BUI, drug possession
Bail: $2,500 – $10,000
Your cost: $250 – $1,000
03Felony drug charges
Bail: $10,000 – $25,000
Your cost: $1,000 – $2,500
04Felony assault, trafficking
Bail: $25,000 – $75,000
Your cost: $2,500 – $7,500
05Serious violent felony
Bail: $75,000+
Your cost: $7,500+
How The Math Works
Bail is $10,000. Alabama's regulated premium is 10%, so your cost is $1,000 plus state administrative fees. M&J posts the full $10,000 with the court. The premium is earned and non-refundable once the bond is posted — that is state law, not our policy.
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 — premium plus state fees — before you sign anything. Ranges are illustrative only and are not a quote or 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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Who Qualifies For Bail After A Bayou La Batre Arrest?
Most people arrested in Bayou La Batre are bailable. Alabama's constitution guarantees bail in most cases — but Aniah's Law created an exception for certain violent offenses, and federal cases follow a different process.
Misdemeanor Arrests — Almost Always Bailable
The county bail schedule applies, so no judge is required. DUI, BUI, simple assault, and misdemeanor possession all fall here, and release is often same-day once bail is set at Metro Jail.
- County schedule — no court appearance needed
- Bond can be posted 24 hours a day at Metro Jail
- See /alabama/misdemeanor-bail-bonds/
Authority
Mobile County bail schedule
Felony Arrests — Usually Bailable
A Circuit Court judge sets bail at arraignment. Drug charges and property crime bonds are among the most common felony requests M&J handles from Bayou La Batre.
- Bail set by a 13th Circuit judge
- Preliminary hearing in District Court confirms probable cause
- See /alabama/felony-bail-bonds/
Authority
13th Judicial Circuit — Mobile County
Aniah's Law Charges — Bail May Be Denied
For murder, robbery 1st, burglary 1st, and drug trafficking, a judge CAN deny bail after an Aniah hearing. Call M&J immediately — we check Aniah status in real time.
- Applies only to enumerated violent felonies
- Requires a hearing; denial is not automatic
- We post the moment a judge grants bail
Authority
Ala. Const. Art. I § 16, am. 2022 (Aniah's Law)
Domestic Violence Holds — 12-Hour Mandatory Wait
Alabama law requires a mandatory 12-hour hold on domestic violence arrests before bail can be posted, common in Bayou La Batre's tight-knit community.
- 12-hour hold applies statewide
- No-contact orders are standard
- We track the release window and post as soon as it opens
Authority
Alabama domestic violence bail statute
Who Usually Qualifies
Usually released same day: misdemeanors, first-offense DUI, BUI, and simple possession booked into Metro Jail after Bayou La Batre processing.
Who Doesn't Qualify Automatically
Not automatic: Aniah's Law felonies, outstanding bench warrants, probation holds, and domestic violence 12-hour holds. 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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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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Bayou La Batre Arrest & Booking
What Happens First
When someone is arrested by the Bayou La Batre Police Department inside city limits, this is the exact sequence.
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Step 1 — The Arrest
Bayou La Batre Police Department officers make the arrest within city limits. BLBPD operates from 8725 Delcambre Street, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509. Non-emergency: (251) 824-2757 · Fax: (251) 824-2935. Chief of Police Scott Dagg · Assistant Chief Michael Goodin. For emergencies, call 911.
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Step 2 — Initial Processing At Bayou La Batre PD
Defendants are taken to the Bayou La Batre Police Department on Delcambre Street for initial booking — fingerprinting, photographs, warrant checks, and personal information entry.
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Step 3 — Transfer To Mobile County Metro Jail
After initial processing, defendants requiring extended detention are transferred to Mobile County Metro Jail at 450 St. Emanuel Street, Mobile, AL 36603 — approximately 24 miles away. This is where bail is formally set and where M&J Bail Bonds posts the bond.
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Step 4 — Call M&J Bail Bonds Immediately
Call us the moment you know about the arrest — even before transfer. We access the Mobile County booking system through the Mobile County inmate search — mobileso.com and track the defendant through both facilities. (833) MNJ-BAIL — 24/7.
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Most Common Charges
In Bayou La Batre, Alabama
As a Gulf Coast fishing community, Bayou La Batre has a distinct crime pattern — DUI along its commercial corridors, marine and boating violations on its waterways, and property crime tied to its working seafood harbor. Crime statistics are drawn from published FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data and analyses of that data; this is general information only, not legal advice, and every bail amount depends on case facts, criminal history, and judicial discretion.
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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Bayou La Batre, Alabama
Bail Bond FAQs
The questions Bayou La Batre 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.