Passaic County Jail Inmate Bail & Bonds

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Passaic County Jail

Address:
11 Marshall Street
Paterson, NJ 07501

Phone:

973-881-4620

Frequently Asked Questions

Passaic County Jail Remote Bail Deposits

There are five choices for putting money on an inmate's books that may be used for paying an inmate's Bond or Bail.

Check with Passaic County Jail by calling 973-881-4620 prior to paying a bond online as this is being rolled out to different facilities slowly.

1. Commissary money in the form of a money order may be mailed to:
AdvancePay Service Department
P.O. Box 911722
Denver, CO 80291-1722

2. You may use cash or credit/debit cards at any time by using the kiosk located in the front lobby.  The fee for the use of the ATM is generally $1.50 per transaction for cash and 10% fee for credit/debit cards.

3. Commissary money can also be added to an inmates account at any time using any of these methods online.

4Cash deposits to ConnectNetwork are now available at 26,000 retail locations nationwide including Walmart, ACE, Kmart, Kroger, and more. You’ll start the payment process online in your ConnectNetwork account, then complete your transaction with cash at a participating local retail store. Plus, many of these stores are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Find a retail store near you.

5. You can call customer service 24/7 at 877-650-4249 and get instructions for depositing money over the phone using a debit or credit card.


 

Frequently Asked Questions about Bail and Bonds in Passaic County


Does Passaic County have bail?

What are the different types of bonds in Passaic County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Morris County?

Who can set bail in Passaic County?

When is bail set in Passaic County New Jersey?


 

 

Does Passaic 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 Passaic 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 Passaic County?

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


 

 

When is bail set in Passaic 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 Passaic 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 Passaic 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 Passaic 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 Passaic 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 Passaic 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 Passaic 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 Passaic 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 Passaic County New Jersey?

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

What options are there to pay bail in Passaic 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 Passaic 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.

Bond an Inmate Online at the Passaic County Jail

Instructions on how to post Bail or Bond in Passaic County

Since bail bond procedures can vary in Passaic County and New Jersey, it is always best to contact Passaic County Jail at 973-881-4620 or the court where the defendant was charged, such as the Municipal or District Court, immediately after an arrest. This will ensure you have the most up-to-date information.

When calling Passaic County Jail or the Passaic County Court Clerk, be sure to ask the following questions:

  1. Is the defendant eligible for bail or bond?
  2. How much is the bail or bond, and are there any additional fees?
  3. Where can I go to post the bail?
  4. Are there certain hours when bail cannot be posted?
  5. What forms of payment are accepted—cash, money order, credit card, or surety bonds?
  6. Do I need to use a bail agent or bondsman?

If the bail amount seems too high, you may want to contact a lawyer or public defender to explore the possibility of getting it reduced. Starting this process quickly will help speed up the defendant's release.

A criminal attorney or bail agent can help manage the process and make it more efficient.

Option 1 - How to Post Bail with Cash at Passaic County Jail

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

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

To post the bond, visit Passaic County Jail or the court where the bail hearing took place. Going to the jail directly will expedite the release, as paperwork from the court must be sent there.

Cashier’s checks and money orders should be made out to Passaic County Jail, the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office, or the Passaic County Court.

You can purchase money orders at Western Union, Moneygram, or any Post Office.

Option 2 - How to Post a Surety Bond for a Defendant at Passaic County Jail

If you cannot afford the full bail amount, a surety bond is another option. A bail agent will post the bond in exchange for a premium, typically 10-15% of the total bail amount.

For example, if bail is set at $5,000, the premium will be between $500 and $750.

Bail agents often require collateral, such as property or valuables, to secure the bond in case the defendant does not appear in court.

When you sign an agreement with a bail agent, you are responsible for paying the full bail amount if the defendant fails to appear in court.

Option 3 - How to Post a Property Bond for a Defendant at Passaic County Jail

If you own property in Passaic County, you may be able to post a property bond. All owners of the property must be present to sign the bond in order for it to be valid.

To find out if property outside Passaic County can be used, contact a local bail agent or attorney.

For more information, click here for details on posting bail at Passaic County Jail.

Who can post Bail or Bond for a Defendant at Passaic County Jail?

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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