Monmouth County Correctional Institution Inmate Bail & Bonds

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Monmouth County Correctional Institution

Address:
1 Waterworks Road
Freehold, NJ 07728

Phone:

732-431-7860

How do Bail Bonds work at Monmouth County Correctional Institution

Bail Instructions - Weekdays

  • During normal court business hours (8:30am – 4:30pm Monday through Friday) all bail posting is to be paid at the Monmouth County Courthouse Central Fee Office, located in the courthouse on the 1st floor of the East Wing.

Monmouth County Courthouse
71 Monument Park
Freehold, NJ 07728-1266
Phone: 732-358-8700

  • Bail can be posted using property, cash, money order, certified check or through a bail bondsman.
  • No checks other than certified checks are accepted.

Bail Instructions - Nights & Weekends

  • After normal court business hours during the week and 24 hours a day throughout the weekend, bail can be posted in cash or through a bail bondsman only at the Monmouth County Correctional Institution.
  • No property payment or checks will be accepted at theInstitution.
  • When going to the Institution, proceed to the “Booking” area through the back entrance.
    Monmouth County Correctional Institution
    1 Waterworks Road
    Freehold, New Jersey 07728
    Phone: 732-431-7860

 

Frequently Asked Questions about Bail and Bonds in Monmouth County


Does Monmouth County have bail?

What are the different types of bonds in Monmouth County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Morris County?

Who can set bail in Monmouth County?

When is bail set in Monmouth County New Jersey?


 

 

Does Monmouth County have bail?

No, New Jersey is a NO BAIL state.

Under current laws a defendant can only be held if a judge determines they are a risk to the community, likely to interfere with the investigation or fail to show for all required court dates. If the judge determines they are not a risk the defendant is released prior to trial.


 

 

What are the different types of bonds in Monmouth County?

Based on a review of information from the arrest, the judge or bail officer will determine and notify the accused of which release conditions are available to them. Professional bond companies are not permitted to operate in New Jersey.


 

 

What kind of bonds are accepted in Morris County?

Under the new system, if a judge decides a defendant does not pose a public safety or willful flight risk, then they will be released without being required to post any money. This is called released on their own recognizance in all states and can be considered a type of bond because a document will need to be agreed upon and signed.


 

 

Who can set bail in Monmouth County?

A hearing is held by a judge to determine if the defendant qualifies for release. 


 

 

When is bail set in Monmouth County New Jersey?

If a defendant is not released immediately, a hearing will be scheduled within 48 hours before a judge. 

What is Bail?

Bail is what the arrested in Monmouth County must pay or do to stay out of jail until the first court appearance. The agreement to bail acts as a promise that the arrested will return to court for court dates and trial. 

Bail usually refers to a dollar amount, but in New Jersey, bail can also mean something that has to be done, or a condition such as reporting to an officer of the court, a curfew, restraining orders or attending a treatment program. 

What is the difference between Bail and Bond?

Bail is what the arrested must pay or do to stay out of jail until the first court appearance. The agreement to bail acts as a promise that the arrested will return to court for court dates and trial. 

New Jersey has mostly done away with the bail/bond system since 2017, except for cases involving unpaid motor vehicle summonses.

Defendants with a serious risk of danger or flight can be detained pending trial. Low-risk defendants will be released. This is called released on their own recognizance in all states. If released, the defendant will be issued a summons to appear to court within 21 days.  

Pretrial service officers will monitor those defendants, based on the conditions of their release while the defendant is out of custody pending rial.

A judge may order a variety of conditions while the defendant is awaiting trial, such as a GPS location monitor, checking in via phone or in person with a pretrial services officer, no contact with an alleged victim, and other conditions similar to probation.

People who are arrested for serious felonies (including first- and second-degree murder, aggravated criminal sexual assault, violent robberies and burglaries, home invasions and vehicular invasions) can still be denied pretrial release.

Prosecutors must request a detention hearing and the decision whether to hold someone will be made at the judge’s discretion.

This ruling will be based on several factors including the likelihood that the defendant will flee or any public safety risk that they may present.  

Does Monmouth County have bail?  

No, New Jersey is a NO BAIL state.

Under current laws a defendant can only be held if a judge determines they are a risk to the community, likely to interfere with the investigation or fail to show for all required court dates. If the judge determines they are not a risk the defendant is released prior to trial.

What are the different types of bonds in Monmouth County?

Based on a review of information from the arrest, the judge or bail officer will determine and notify the accused of which release conditions are available to them. Professional bond companies are not permitted to operate in New Jersey.

What kind of bonds are accepted in Monmouth County? 

Under the new system, if a judge decides a defendant does not pose a public safety or willful flight risk, then they will be released without being required to post any money. This is called released on their own recognizance in all states and can be considered a type of bond because a document will need to be agreed upon and signed.

Who can set bail in Monmouth County?  

A hearing is held by a judge to determine if the defendant qualifies for release. 

When is bail set in New Jersey?

If a defendant is not released immediately, a hearing will be scheduled within 48 hours before a judge. 

Can I get the bail or bond reduced in Monmouth County New Jersey?

Because New Jersey does not utilize a cash bail system there is no reason to request a reduction in bail. However, those previously denied release may have their attorney petition the court for another hearing to reevaluate eligibility. 

In Monmouth County New Jersey, who can pay bail for me? 

This would not apply to New Jersey because money bail is not recognized.

Can bail be paid online in Monmouth County New Jersey?

This would not apply to New Jersey because money bail is not recognized.

What options are there to pay bail in Monmouth County New Jersey? 

This would not apply to New Jersey because money bail is not recognized.

Will I get all my bond money back in New Jersey? 

This would not apply to New Jersey because money bail is not recognized.

Can I get bail or a bond with no money down in Monmouth County? 

New Jersey does not require money down because it is a no bail state. There might be fees to pay however.

What are the least expensive and affordable bail bonds in New Jersey?

New Jersey has no bail. 

There are scammers who call families of arrested asking for information to process a bond. Not only are bondspersons not permitted to call for this information for any type of arrests, but they are also particularly offensive since there are no bail bond companies permitted to operate in New Jersey.

Instructions on how to post Bail or Bond in Monmouth County

Since Monmouth County and New Jersey may periodically update their bail bond procedures, it is always a good idea to contact either Monmouth County Correctional Institution at 732-431-7860, or the court in the appropriate jurisdiction (i.e., Municipal Court, District Court, etc.) where the defendant was charged, immediately after an arrest has been made.

When you contact Monmouth County Correctional Institution or the Monmouth County Court Clerk, be sure to ask the following important questions:

  1. Is the defendant eligible for bail or a bond?
  2. How much will the bail or bond be, and what additional fees apply?
  3. Where can I go to make the payment?
  4. Are there any specific times when I cannot post bail?
  5. What types of payment are accepted (cash, money order, credit card, collateral, surety bonds)?
  6. Is a bail or bond agent required to complete the process?

If the bail amount seems too high, you can seek a reduction by contacting a lawyer or the defendant's public defender, who may be able to expedite the process and secure a lower bail.

Having a criminal attorney or a bail agent manage this process will often make it more efficient and less stressful.

Option 1 - How to Post Bail with Cash for a Defendant at Monmouth County Correctional Institution

One way to post bail is by paying the full amount in cash, cashier’s check, or money order. Personal checks are not accepted.

Depending on the crime, the bail could range from $100 to $75,000 or more.

To post a cash bond, visit Monmouth County Correctional Institution or the court where the bail hearing took place. Visiting the jail directly can expedite the defendant’s release, as paperwork from the court must first be transferred to the jail.

Cashier’s checks and money orders should be made payable to Monmouth County Correctional Institution, the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office, or the Monmouth County Court, depending on where the defendant is being held.

Money orders can be purchased from Western Union, Moneygram, or any Post Office.

Option 2 - How to Post a Private or Surety Bond for a Defendant at Monmouth County Correctional Institution

If the full bond amount is not available, a private bond or surety bond is another option. This involves working with a bail agent or bondsman who will post the entire bail amount in exchange for a premium payment, usually 10-15% of the total bond.

For example, if bail is set at $5,000, the premium would typically cost between $500 and $750.

Bail agents may require collateral, such as a lien on a house, car, or valuable items like jewelry, to secure the bond. This collateral ensures the bail agent is compensated if the defendant fails to appear in court.

By signing an agreement with a bail agent, the signatory accepts responsibility for the full bail amount if the defendant does not show up in court.

Option 3 - How to Post a Property Bond for a Defendant at Monmouth County Correctional Institution

If you own property in Monmouth County, you may be able to post a property bond to secure the defendant's release. Property located within Monmouth County can be used as collateral, but all property owners must be present to sign the bond.

For questions about using property outside Monmouth County, contact a local bail agent or defense attorney for guidance.

For more information, click here for details on posting bail at Monmouth County Correctional Institution.

Who can post Bail or Bond for a Defendant at Monmouth County Correctional Institution?

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 New Jersey state licensed Bail Bond firm.

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

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