Ketchikan Correctional Center Inmate Bail & Bonds

Ketchikan Correctional Center

Address:
1201 Schoenbar Road
Ketchikan, AK 99901-6270
Phone:
907-228-7350

Instructions on how to post Bail or Bond in Ketchikan Gateway Borough

Since bail bond procedures in Ketchikan Gateway Borough and Alaska are subject to change, it’s best to call Ketchikan Correctional Center at 907-228-7350, or the court in the applicable jurisdiction (Municipal Court, District Court, etc.), right after an arrest has been made to get updated information.

You should ask the staff at Ketchikan Correctional Center or the Ketchikan Gateway Borough Court Clerk the following questions:

1. Is the defendant eligible for bail?
2. What is the bail amount and are there additional fees?
3. Where can I go to pay the bail?
4. Are there any time restrictions for posting bail?
5. What types of payment are accepted (cash, credit, property, surety bonds)?
6. Will I need to use a bail or bond agent?

If the bail amount seems high, contact a lawyer or the defendant’s public defender to explore the possibility of a bail reduction. Starting the process early can help secure the release sooner.

The process can be smoother with a criminal attorney or bail agent handling the details for you.

Option 1 - How to Post Cash Bail at Ketchikan Correctional Center

A cash bond requires the full bail amount to be paid in cash, cashier’s check, or money order. Personal checks are not accepted.

Bail amounts can vary from $100 to $75,000 or more depending on the crime.

You can post a cash bond at Ketchikan Correctional Center or the court where the bail hearing occurred. Going to the jail directly will expedite the release process, as paperwork from the court must be processed at the jail.

Cashier’s checks and money orders should be made out to Ketchikan Correctional Center, the Ketchikan Gateway Borough Sheriff’s Office, or the Ketchikan Gateway Borough Court.

Money orders can be obtained at Western Union, Moneygram, or any Post Office.

Option 2 - How to Post a Surety Bond at Ketchikan Correctional Center

If you don’t have the full bond amount, a surety bond is an option. A bail agent posts the bond, and you pay the agent a premium, which is typically 10-15% of the bail amount.

For example, if bail is set at $5,000, the premium would range from $500 to $750.

The bail agent may require collateral such as property, a car, or valuables to ensure compensation if the defendant skips court.

By signing with a bail agent, you take responsibility for the full bail amount if the defendant fails to appear in court.

Option 3 - How to Post a Property Bond at Ketchikan Correctional Center

Property owners in Ketchikan Gateway Borough can post a property bond using real estate as collateral. All owners must be present to sign the bond documents.

For properties outside of Ketchikan Gateway Borough, consult a local bail agent or attorney for assistance.

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Who can post Bail or Bond for a Defendant at Ketchikan Correctional Center?

Anyone over the age of 18 who can produce a valid government-issued photo ID can post bail. Accepted forms of ID include a Photo Driver's License, Passport, or Motor Vehicle issued ID.

In many circumstances, if the defendant has the resources, they can post their own cash bail from jail.

Surety Bonds are arranged by a third party, typically a Alaska state licensed Bail Bond firm.

Juveniles may only be bailed or bonded out of custody by a parent or legal guardian.