Where and When to Post Bond for Madison County Jail: Huntsville, Madison, and County procedures
Posting bond for someone at the Madison County Detention Facility depends on two things: the type of charge and when you're trying to post. Madison County has three main options—the City of Huntsville magistrate handles misdemeanor bonds around the clock, the City of Madison magistrate takes misdemeanor bonds during weekday business hours, and the Madison County District Court Clerk's Office processes both misdemeanor and felony bonds on weekdays.
Madison County gives you three ways to post bond for release from the detention facility. The right one depends on the charge and the time of day. For misdemeanor bonds, you can use either city magistrate: Huntsville is open 24/7, while Madison only handles bonds during weekday business hours. Need to post a felony bond? The Madison County District Court Clerk's Office is your only option - and it also accepts misdemeanors during its posted weekday hours.
Need to post a misdemeanor bond outside normal business hours? The City of Huntsville magistrate is your best bet. They accept misdemeanor bonds 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can also handle it by phone at (256) 427-7817.
The City of Madison magistrate only handles misdemeanor bonds during limited hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding holidays. Call (256) 772-5617 if you have questions.
For felony bonds - or if you'd rather use the county office that handles both types - contact the Madison County District Court Clerk's Office. They accept misdemeanor and felony bonds Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., excluding holidays. The phone number is (256) 532-3373.
Going in person? Head to the District Court Clerk's Office on the 2nd floor of the Courthouse, Room 200.
Note: The Madison County Sheriff's Office does not process property bonds - period. If you're planning to use a property bond, you'll need to make other arrangements.
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