Bail Bond Agency Serving Muskegon, MI & Grand Rapids, MI

Are you or a loved one in need of a bail bond in Grand Rapids, MI, or Muskegon, MI? Look no further than J&J Bail Bonds Agency. Our experienced team is here to provide you with the support and guidance you need to navigate the bail bonds process. From answering your questions to securing your release, we are here for you every step of the way. Don't spend another moment in jail – give us a call at our Grand Rapids corporate office at (616) 245-8999 or our Muskegon office at (231) 728-5245 to get started!

How the Bail Bonds Process Work 

Step 1: Locate A Reliable Bail Bonds Agent

The very first step in any bail situation is to locate a reliable bail bonds agent. Luckily, if you're on this page, you've already found one! The expert bail bonds professionals here at J&J Bail Bonds Agency, Inc. are here to provide you with bail bonds in MI.

Step 2: Contact the Bail Bond Agent in Michigan

Contact our bail bonds agency by calling us at our Grand Rapids corporate office at (616) 245-8999 or our Muskegon office at (231) 728-5245. Our agents are handling our phones 24/7, and we're always here to help you through this challenging situation.

Step 3: Provide Information

Once you call our agency, the bondsman in question will ask you or your friend/relative some questions, such as the defendant's full legal name, date of birth, arresting agency, and booking number. They may also require some basic information about the accused personal history, including where they work, previous arrests, and residency information. 

Step 4: Payment

You will provide J&J Bail Bonds Agency, Inc. with a percentage of the total bail amount (typically 10% based upon the bail bond amount).

Step 5: Contact the Jail Facility

The bail bond agent will contact the jail facility to determine the exact bail information and arrange to have your friend/relative released.

Step 6: Make Arrangements

Your bail bond agent will contact you as soon as arrangements have been completed.

Step 7: Be Available and Patient

You must stay readily available, as your bail bond agent will probably need to contact you several times during the bail process. Many detention facilities (especially those in large metropolitan areas) are very slow in processing and often have their telephone lines overloaded with calls.

Frequently Asked Bail Bond Questions 

  • What is a bail bond?

    A bail bond is a contract between the bail bond company, the courts, and a third-party indemnitor. It is the indemnitor that guarantees to the bail bond company that the accused will appear for all future court dates. The bail bond company charges a small, non-refundable percentage of the total bond for their service. This is a more affordable option than paying the full amount of the bond directly to the court.

  • What do I need to bond someone out of jail?

    You will need to pay a small non-refundable fee to the bail bond company, have a third-party indemnity (a cosigner), and possibly some form of collateral.

  • What information do I need when I call?

    In most cases, we will need the following information on the defendant: Name, date of birth, and jail they are being held at (County).

  • Do you offer payment plans?

    We know that when a loved one becomes incarcerated, it is usually an unexpected expense trying to get them out of jail; we are willing to work with you. Please call our offices for details.

  • What is collateral?

    Collateral is money, property, or anything of value that we hold while the accused is out on bail. This collateral is returned when the defendant's case has been exonerated (Closed, Sentenced, Dismissed, or Discharged with the courts) and all financial obligations to J&J Bail Bonds have been satisfied.

  • Where do you write bonds?

    J&J Bail Bonds, Inc. has offices all over the state of Michigan; we can do bonds in virtually any part of the state and country. 


    However, here in Michigan, we cover Allegan, Barry, Battle Creek, Ionia, Kalamazoo, Montcalm, Muskegon, Oceana, and Ottawa counties, just to name a few.  

  • Is the bail bond fee refundable?

    No. Once a bail bond has been posted for a defendant, the money is then earned by the bail bond company.

  • What is a cosigner?

    A cosigner is a person who takes financial responsibility for the bail bond if the accused fails to appear in court. They are also referred to as third-party indemnitors.

  • How do I know when the defendant has to go to court?

    It is your responsibility to know when the defendant has to go to court. Typically, the courts will notify the defendant by mail when they are to appear for a court hearing.  It is important that the defendant verifies that the court has the correct address and contact information.

  • If I'm a cosigner for a friend or family member and that person misses court, do I have to pay you the full value of the bond?

    You are liable for the full amount of the bond plus expenses if your friend or relative does not go to court. However, a failure to appear in court does not necessarily mean you will have to pay the full amount of the bond. While there is no excuse for missing court, we strongly encourage our clients to notify us of any unusual circumstances so that we can advise them as to the best course of action.

We’re here to help! Simply call our Grand Rapids corporate office at (616) 245-8999

or our Muskegon office at (231) 728-5245 to speak with our team!