Criminal Courts in Montgomery County
| Court | What it handles | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Circuit Court for Montgomery County | Felony trials, jury trials, misdemeanor appeals | [verify address] |
| District Court of Maryland for Montgomery County | Misdemeanors, DUI, preliminary hearings, bail review | [verify address] |
Where Inmates Are Held
| Facility | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County Correctional Facility | [verify address] | [verify] |
Montgomery County borders Northern Virginia across the Potomac, and families frequently have members in custody on both sides. Maryland bail is regulated by the Maryland Insurance Administration and requires a Maryland-licensed bondsman — we arrange these as transfer bonds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which court will handle a Montgomery County criminal case?
In Maryland, misdemeanors, DUI and bail review go to the District Court of Maryland for Montgomery County; felonies and jury trials go to the Circuit Court for Montgomery County. The District Court of Maryland is a single statewide court, so filings run through one unified system rather than county by county.
Where is someone held after an arrest in Montgomery County?
At Montgomery County Correctional Facility. Montgomery County borders Northern Virginia across the Potomac, and families frequently have members in custody on both sides. Maryland bail is regulated by the Maryland Insurance Administration and requires a Maryland-licensed bondsman — we arrange these as transfer bonds.
How long does it take to get out on bail in Montgomery County?
Once the bond is posted, release depends on how busy intake is. In most Northern Virginia facilities that runs one to four hours, longer on weekend nights and holidays. We give you a realistic estimate once we know the facility and the hour.
How do I find out someone's bond amount in Montgomery County?
Call us with their full name and date of birth. We check the facility and the court docket and call you back with the bond amount and the charge. You do not need to spend an hour on hold with the jail to get this.
What does a co-signer take on?
A co-signer, or indemnitor, guarantees the full face amount of the bond if the defendant fails to appear — not the premium, the whole bond. It should be someone with real influence over the defendant. We put this in writing before anyone signs.
Can Advanced Bail Bonds write a bond in Montgomery County, Maryland?
Not directly. Bail bondsman licenses are not transferable between states, and Maryland requires a license from the Maryland Insurance Administration. We arrange a transfer bond instead — you handle the paperwork and payment with us in Virginia, and a Maryland-licensed bondsman executes the bond at the facility.
What does a Maryland bail bond cost?
Maryland corporate sureties charge a premium filed with and approved by the Insurance Commissioner, generally around ten percent of the bond. Maryland also requires a numbered premium receipt itemizing the bail amount, the jurisdiction, the premium charged, any unpaid balance and any collateral. Insist on that receipt.
How long does a Maryland surety have to produce a defendant who skips?
Ninety days from the failure to appear, which a court may extend to 180 days for good cause. If the forfeiture is not stricken or satisfied in that window, the clerk enters the order of forfeiture as a judgment.