How to Bail Someone Out of Jail in Anne Arundel County
If someone you love is being held at the Jennifer Road Detention Center in Annapolis, this guide explains exactly how to get them out. Anne Arundel County sees a high volume of arrests, especially DUI cases, and the bail process here has its own timing and procedures. FrizWoods has an office in Severna Park and handles bail hearings at both the Annapolis and Glen Burnie District Courts.
Where Are They Being Held?
The Jennifer Road Detention Center in Annapolis is Anne Arundel County's primary holding facility. Contact the facility with your loved one's full legal name and date of birth to confirm they are in custody. You can also use VineLink to search for anyone currently in custody in Maryland.
Booking at Jennifer Road typically takes 2 to 6 hours. Weekends and high-DUI-volume nights can push that timeline longer.
The Commissioner Review
After booking, a commissioner conducts the first bail determination. Commissioners work 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
The commissioner will decide:
- Release on recognizance. No money required. Your loved one promises to appear in court.
- Cash bail. A dollar amount is set and must be posted for release.
- Hold without bond. Your loved one remains in custody until a judge reviews the case.
How to Post Bail at the Jennifer Road Detention Center
If the commissioner sets a cash bail, here are your two options:
Post the Full Cash Amount
Go to the Jennifer Road Detention Center and post the entire bail amount in cash. This money is returned to you after the case is resolved, as long as the defendant attends all court dates.
Use a Bail Bondsman
A bail bondsman will post the full amount for a non-refundable fee that is typically around 10% of the total bail. Examples:
- $5,000 bail = $500 bondsman fee
- $15,000 bail = $1,500 bondsman fee
- $50,000 bail = $5,000 bondsman fee
Bail bondsmen near the Jennifer Road facility operate around the clock. The bondsman may require collateral for higher bail amounts.
What If Bail Is Denied or Too High?
If the commissioner holds without bond or sets a bail your family cannot afford, the next step is a bail review hearing before a District Court judge.
Anne Arundel County Bail Hearing Schedule
Anne Arundel County has two District Court locations with different hearing times:
- Annapolis District Court: Bail review hearings at 10:30 AM
- Glen Burnie District Court: Bail review hearings at 1:30 PM
Which courthouse your case goes to depends on where the arrest occurred. Cases from the Annapolis, Severna Park, Arnold, and Edgewater areas typically go to Annapolis. Cases from Glen Burnie, Brooklyn Park, Pasadena, and Odenton areas go to Glen Burnie.
At the judge hearing, a bail review lawyer can argue for a lower bail, an unsecured bond, pretrial supervision, or full release on recognizance. Judges have a much wider range of options than commissioners.
FrizWoods attorneys appear at both Anne Arundel courthouses regularly. We know the judges and what release arguments work here.
DUI Arrests and Bail in Anne Arundel County
Anne Arundel County has one of the highest DUI arrest rates in Maryland. If the arrest was for DUI, the bail process generally moves faster. Most first-offense DUI arrests result in release on recognizance or a low cash bail from the commissioner.
However, factors like a high blood alcohol level, prior DUI convictions, or an accident can lead to higher bail. If you need specific guidance on DUI arrests, visit our Anne Arundel County DUI Arrest page.
After Bail Is Posted
Once released, your loved one has obligations to follow:
- Court dates. Missing one triggers a bench warrant and bail forfeiture.
- Release conditions. The judge may have imposed no-contact orders, drug testing, or pretrial supervision.
- Protective orders. In domestic violence cases, a protective order may be in effect. Violating it is a separate crime.
- Bail money. Full cash bail is returned after the case resolves. Bondsman fees are not.
How Long Does Release Take?
After posting bail at the Jennifer Road Detention Center, release processing typically takes 1 to 4 hours. Weekends and high-volume periods may extend this.
Common Mistakes
Going to the judge hearing without a lawyer
If the commissioner denied bail or set it too high, the judge hearing is your loved one's best chance. Having a bail review lawyer there dramatically improves the odds of release.
Paying a bondsman when you have the full amount
If your family can post the full bail, do it yourselves. You save the bondsman fee and get all of it back at the end.
Discussing the case on recorded calls
All calls from the Jennifer Road Detention Center are recorded. Do not talk about the case. Keep it to "We are working on bail" and "We got a lawyer."
Missing court dates after release
Bail is conditional release. Every court date is mandatory. A missed date means a warrant and forfeiture of your bail money.
Why FrizWoods for Anne Arundel County Bail
FrizWoods has an office in Severna Park and appears at both the Annapolis and Glen Burnie courthouses. We handle the full range of Anne Arundel cases:
Max Frizalone and Luke Woods are available 24/7 and can be at the next bail hearing.
Call FrizWoods Now - 24/7 Anne Arundel Bail Help
If your loved one is at the Jennifer Road Detention Center, contact us now. We answer day and night.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does bail cost in Anne Arundel County?
Bail amounts depend on the charges and the defendant's history. The commissioner or judge sets the amount. If using a bondsman, you typically pay around 10% of the total, which is non-refundable.
Can I bail someone out of the Jennifer Road Detention Center at night?
Yes. Commissioners are available 24/7. If a cash bail has been set, you can post it at any time.
When are bail hearings in Anne Arundel County?
Annapolis District Court holds bail hearings at 10:30 AM. Glen Burnie District Court holds bail hearings at 1:30 PM.
How long does release take after posting bail at Jennifer Road?
Release processing typically takes 1 to 4 hours after bail is posted.
Do I get bail money back in Anne Arundel County?
If you posted the full cash bail yourself, yes. It is returned after the case concludes. Bondsman fees are non-refundable.
What if the arrest was for DUI?
Most first-offense DUI arrests result in low bail or release on recognizance. Higher BAC, prior convictions, or accidents can lead to higher bail. See our Anne Arundel DUI arrest guide for details.
Related Pages
- Just arrested? Read Someone Was Arrested in Anne Arundel County.
- Statewide guide: How to Bail Someone Out of Jail in Maryland.
- Need hearing representation? See our Bail Hearings Representation page.
- Learn about Anne Arundel County Criminal Defense.