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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Mobile, Alabama
Bail Bonds
M&J Bail Bonds is headquartered right here in Mobile. When someone you love is booked into Mobile County Metro Jail, our licensed agents are minutes away — 24 hours a day, at the state-regulated 10% rate.
Table Of Contents
Everything families in Mobile need after an arrest — where the jail is, which court hears the case, what bail costs, and how fast we can post.
Counties We Serve
Mobile and beyond
Bail Bonds In Mobile
How the process works locally
Mobile County Metro Jail
Address, hours, inmate info
Mobile Courts
Municipal, District, Circuit
Bail Amounts In Mobile
Typical bail and your cost
Who Qualifies
Aniah's Law and bail denial
Why Families Choose M&J
Local, licensed, 24/7
Arrest To Release
Step-by-step in Mobile
Reviews
What Mobile families say
Charges We Bail
From DUI to felony
What We Need
Info that speeds things up
Mobile FAQs
Local questions answered
Related Pages
Charges and payment options
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.
View Mobile County
Baldwin County
Baldwin County Bail Bonds
Main Jail: Baldwin County Corrections Center
Serving: Daphne, Fairhope, Foley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach
Escambia County
Escambia County Bail Bonds
Main Jail: Escambia County Jail
Serving: Brewton and surrounding communities
Clarke County
Clarke County Bail Bonds
Main Jail: Clarke County Jail
Serving: Jackson, Grove Hill, Thomasville
All Of Alabama
Statewide Coverage
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We post DUI bail bonds across all of Alabama.
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Bail Bonds In
Mobile, Alabama
Mobile is the county seat of Mobile County and Alabama's port city — home to roughly 180,000 residents across Midtown, Downtown, West Mobile, Toulminville, Crichton, Spring Hill, Oakdale, and the neighborhoods stretching out toward Tillmans Corner and Theodore. Arrests here are made by the Mobile Police Department, the Mobile County Sheriff's Office, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, and campus and port police.
Whoever makes the arrest, nearly every adult ends up in the same place: Mobile County Metro Jail at 450 St. Emanuel Street. A bail bond is how your family secures release before the case is resolved. You pay a premium set by Alabama law, M&J posts the full bond amount with the court, and your loved one comes home while the case moves forward.
M&J Bail Bonds is not a call center in another state. We are based in Mobile, our agents know the Metro Jail booking desk and the clerks at Government Plaza, and we can be at the jail while you are still on the phone with us.
Arrested in Mobile right now?
Call (833) MNJ-BAIL and give us the full name, date of birth, and that the arrest happened in Mobile. We will pull the booking record, confirm the bail amount, and start the paperwork immediately — day or night.
Mobile County Metro Jail
Metro Jail is the primary adult booking and holding facility for the city of Mobile and all of Mobile County. It is operated by the Mobile County Sheriff's Office and accepts bonds around the clock.
Ala. Code — Official SourceAddress & Location
Mobile County Metro Jail, 450 St. Emanuel Street, Mobile, AL 36603 — just south of Government Plaza in downtown Mobile, minutes from I-10 and Water Street.
Inmate Information
Inmate information line: (251) 574-6412. The Sheriff's Office also publishes a public 'Who's In Jail' booking search. Call us and we will look up the record for you.
Booking Timeline
Booking — fingerprints, photograph, and record entry — usually takes 2 to 6 hours. Bail may be set by the county bail schedule or by a judge at first appearance.
Posting & Release
Bonds are accepted 24/7. Once M&J posts, jail staff process the release. In Mobile that is typically 2 to 6 hours depending on facility volume and shift changes.
Local Note
People arrested on city-ordinance charges by Mobile PD are sometimes held briefly at a municipal holding area before transfer to Metro Jail. If you cannot find a booking record yet, that is often why — call us and we will track the transfer.
Ala. Code — Official Source · 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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Mobile Courts
Which court hears the case depends on who made the arrest and what was charged. All three sit in downtown Mobile within a few blocks of the jail.
Mobile Municipal Court
City Charges- Handles
- City ordinance violations, municipal misdemeanors, traffic
- Location
- Downtown Mobile (Government Street area)
- Arresting agency
- Mobile Police Department
- Bail
- Usually set by schedule; bond posted at Metro Jail
Mobile County District Court
State Misdemeanors- Handles
- State misdemeanors, preliminary hearings, first appearances
- Location
- Government Plaza, 205 Government Street
- Clerk
- Mobile County Circuit Clerk's office
- Bail
- Bail schedule or judge-set at first appearance
Mobile County Circuit Court
Felonies- Handles
- Felony cases, indictments, jury trials
- Location
- Government Plaza, 205 Government Street
- Bail
- Judge-set; may involve an Aniah hearing on violent felonies
- Records
- Statewide access via Alacourt
Federal & Immigration
Southern District- Handles
- Federal charges filed in the Southern District of Alabama
- Location
- U.S. Courthouse, 113 St. Joseph Street, Mobile
- Bail
- Set by a federal magistrate — no state 10% schedule
- Our role
- M&J writes federal and immigration 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 & Records
Alabama court records and case status are available statewide through Alacourt. The Mobile County Circuit Clerk's office can confirm hearing dates for both District and Circuit Court cases.
Missing a court date in Mobile means a bench warrant and bond forfeiture. Call us before a court date is missed — it is far easier to fix in advance.
First Appearance
Alabama rules require a prompt first appearance after arrest. For many Mobile arrests, bail is already available on the county bail schedule, so you do not have to wait for a hearing to post a bond.
For violent felonies, a judge may hold the bail decision for an Aniah hearing. We will tell you which situation you are in as soon as we pull the record.
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Typical Bail Amounts In Mobile
These are common ranges we see on Mobile County bonds. Only a judge or the county bail schedule sets the actual amount — your premium is 10% of it.
Charge Level
Avg Bail Range
Your Cost (10%)
01Municipal / city ordinance
Bail: $300 – $1,000
Your cost: $100 – $100+
02First-offense DUI
Bail: $1,000 – $3,000
Your cost: $100 – $300
03Misdemeanor domestic violence (3rd deg.)
Bail: $1,000 – $5,000
Your cost: $100 – $500
04Drug possession (felony)
Bail: $5,000 – $15,000
Your cost: $500 – $1,500
05Theft of property 1st degree
Bail: $10,000 – $30,000
Your cost: $1,000 – $3,000
06Failure to appear / bench warrant
Bail: Original bail + court costs
Your cost: 10% of new bail
07Robbery / burglary 1st degree
Bail: $30,000 – $100,000+
Your cost: $3,000 – $10,000+
08Murder
Bail: $150,000 – no bail
Your cost: Aniah hearing may apply
How The Math Works
Bail is $7,500. Alabama's regulated premium is 10%, so your cost is $750 plus state filing fees. M&J posts the full $7,500 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 →
Ranges are illustrative only and are not a quote or a promise of bail. Ala. Code § 12-19-311 sets the premium at 10% with a $100 minimum per bond.
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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 In Mobile
Most people arrested in Mobile are bailable. Alabama's constitution guarantees bail in most cases — but Aniah's Law created an exception for certain violent offenses.
Most Charges Are Bailable
Misdemeanors, DUI, drug possession, theft, and most property felonies in Mobile County are bailable — often on the county bail schedule without waiting for a hearing.
- Bail schedule amounts available immediately after booking
- Bonds accepted at Metro Jail 24 hours a day
- No collateral required on many lower-dollar bonds
Authority
Ala. Const. Art. I § 16
Aniah's Law Exceptions
Since the 2022 amendment, Alabama judges may deny bail entirely for certain violent felonies — murder, first-degree kidnapping, first-degree rape, first-degree robbery, and others — after an Aniah hearing.
- Applies only to enumerated violent felonies
- Requires a hearing; denial is not automatic
- We monitor the docket and post the moment bail is granted
Authority
Ala. Const. Art. I § 16, am. 2022 (Aniah's Law)
Holds That Delay Release
A bond can be posted and release still be delayed by an outside hold — another county's warrant, a probation detainer, or an ICE hold. We identify holds before you pay.
- Out-of-county warrants and detainers
- Probation or parole violation holds
- Federal or immigration detainers
Our Practice
We check for holds before taking payment
Who Usually Qualifies
Usually released same day: municipal charges, traffic, first-offense DUI, misdemeanor theft, and most drug possession cases booked into Metro Jail.
Who Doesn't Qualify Automatically
Not automatic: Aniah's Law felonies, probation violations, out-of-county holds, and federal or immigration detainers. Bail may require a hearing — call us and we will monitor it.
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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From Arrest To Release
In Mobile, Alabama
The path is the same whether the arrest was made by Mobile PD downtown or by the Sheriff's Office in West Mobile.
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Step 1 — Arrest & Transport
An officer from the Mobile Police Department or the Mobile County Sheriff's Office transports the defendant to Mobile County Metro Jail, 450 St. Emanuel Street.
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Step 2 — Booking At Metro Jail
Fingerprints, photograph, and record entry — typically 2 to 6 hours. The booking record must exist before a bond can be written, which is why timing matters.
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Step 3 — Call M&J Bail Bonds
Give us the full name, date of birth, and that the arrest was in Mobile. We confirm the charge and bail amount, check for holds, and quote the exact cost. Case status can also be verified through Alacourt and the Mobile County Circuit Clerk.
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Step 4 — Paperwork & Payment
We can complete everything in our Mobile office, at your home, at the jail, or entirely remotely by phone and e-signature. Card, ACH, Zelle, or cash.
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Step 5 — Bond Posted At The Jail
Our agent posts the bond at Metro Jail's booking desk. Bonds are accepted 24 hours a day, so there is no waiting for morning.
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Step 6 — Release & Court Dates
Metro Jail processes the release — usually 2 to 6 hours after posting. Every court date at Mobile Municipal Court or Government Plaza must be attended to keep the bond active.
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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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Charges We Bail
In Mobile Every Day
M&J posts bonds for the full range of Mobile County charges. Tap any charge to see the dedicated Alabama page.
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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Mobile, Alabama
Bail Bond FAQs
The questions Mobile 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.