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Drug Charge Bail Bonds in Florida
Arrested on a drug charge in Florida? Whether it's simple possession or a serious trafficking case, our licensed agents post drug charge bail bonds around the clock, anywhere in the state.
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What a drug charge means in Florida
Florida's drug laws live in Chapter 893 of the state statutes, and the charge — along with the bail that comes with it — depends on the substance, the amount, and what you're accused of doing with it. Possession of 20 grams or less of cannabis is a first-degree misdemeanor. Possession of most other controlled substances is a third-degree felony. Selling, manufacturing, delivering, or possessing a drug with intent to do those things is charged more seriously, and trafficking — defined by weight under Statute 893.135 — is a first-degree felony that carries mandatory minimum prison terms. The further up that ladder a charge sits, the higher the bond tends to run. This page is general information, not legal advice — for a specific charge, speak with a licensed Florida attorney.
How bail is set for a drug charge in Florida
For simple possession, bail is often set from the local county bond schedule and is relatively modest, and many people are released without a long wait. More serious charges — sale, delivery, or larger quantities — usually go before a judge at a first appearance hearing, held within 24 hours of arrest, where the amount is set based on the charge, criminal history, ties to the community, and flight risk. Trafficking is its own world: because the charge is triggered by weight rather than intent, bonds can run very high, and in some cases a judge may hold a trafficking defendant with no bond until first appearance.
There's one feature of drug cases that catches families off guard: on many trafficking and larger drug bonds, a court will add what's called a Nebbia hold. Before the person can be released, someone must prove to the court that the money used to post bail came from a legitimate, lawful source — not from drug proceeds. It's meant to keep illegal money out of the bonding process, and it can slow a release down. We've handled it many times, and we'll tell you plainly what the court will want and help you and your attorney prepare the documentation.
How our drug charge bail bond process works
The process is simpler than it feels at 2 a.m.:
- 1Call us 24/7. Have the arrested person's full name, the jail or county holding them, and the booking number if you have it.
- 2We confirm the charge and the bond amount.
- 3You pay the premium — the state-set bail bond fee.
- 4We post the bond directly at the facility.
- 5Release happens as soon as the bond clears — and, on a Nebbia case, once the source of funds is approved.
About that premium: in Florida, the cost of a bail bond is set by law, not by the agent — 10% of the bail amount, with a $100 minimum, identical at every licensed agency in the state. Because the rate is fixed by statute, no honest agent can legally discount it, so be cautious of anyone advertising “cheap” or “5%” bail bonds. For trafficking cases with a Nebbia hold, we coordinate the source-of-funds paperwork with you so there are no surprises at the jail. Call and we'll walk you through the options.
Why families call Orlando Bail Bonds
For nearly 30 years, Orlando Bail Bonds has walked Florida families through their hardest nights. We serve the entire state, our agents answer live around the clock, and we know the local courts and jails. From the moment you call until your court dates are behind you, we keep you informed at every step — because the person on the other end of the line is frightened, and deserves a straight answer and a steady hand.
Drug charge bail bond FAQ
How much is bail for a drug charge in Florida?
It depends on where the charge sits. Simple possession is often set modestly from the county bond schedule; sale and delivery charges run higher; and trafficking bonds can reach tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars. Whatever the bond, you pay a licensed agent the state-regulated premium — 10% of the bond, $100 minimum. Call us with the booking details and we'll tell you the exact amount.
Can you bail someone out on a drug trafficking charge?
Often, yes — if the court has set a bond. Trafficking bonds are high and frequently come with a Nebbia hold that requires proof of where the bond money came from, so these cases take more coordination than simple possession. Call us and we'll walk you through exactly what's needed.
What is a Nebbia hold?
It's a condition a court can add to a bond — common on trafficking and other financially-driven charges — that requires you to show the money used to post bail comes from a lawful source before the person is released. It keeps drug proceeds out of the bonding process. We help you and your attorney put the documentation together so it doesn't stall the release.
How fast can you get someone out on a drug charge?
For a standard bondable charge, we post 24/7, often within minutes of your call. Trafficking cases — especially with a Nebbia hold — take longer because of the source-of-funds step, but we move as fast as the court allows.
Do you offer payment plans on the premium?
The 10% premium ($100 minimum) is fixed by Florida law, so we can't discount it — but how you pay it is where we can be flexible. Call us and we'll discuss arrangements that fit your situation.
Key Takeaways
- Florida drug charges live in Chapter 893 — from misdemeanor cannabis possession to first-degree-felony trafficking.
- Bail tracks the charge: simple possession is often modest, while trafficking bonds can reach six figures.
- Trafficking is triggered by weight and carries mandatory minimum prison terms — and sometimes a no-bond hold.
- Many trafficking bonds carry a Nebbia hold: you must prove the bond money is from a lawful source before release.
- The premium is set by Florida law — 10%, $100 minimum, statewide — and we post 24/7. Call 407-540-0600.
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