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DUI Bail Bonds in Florida
Arrested for DUI in Florida? You're not powerless, and you're not facing this alone. Our licensed agents post DUI bail bonds around the clock, anywhere in the state.
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What a DUI charge means in Florida
Under Florida Statute 316.193, a person can be charged with DUI when their normal faculties are impaired by alcohol, a chemical substance, or a controlled substance, or when their blood- or breath-alcohol level is 0.08 or higher. How serious the charge is — and how high the bail runs — depends on the details. A first or second offense is generally a misdemeanor. A third DUI within ten years, a fourth at any time, a crash causing serious bodily injury, or a DUI involving a death are charged as felonies, with bail set accordingly. Aggravating factors like a very high BAC, a minor in the vehicle, or an accident can raise both the charge and the bond. This page is general information, not legal advice — for guidance on a specific charge, speak with a licensed Florida attorney.
How bail is set for a DUI in Florida
Bail for a DUI is set one of two ways. For many first-time misdemeanor arrests, the amount comes straight from the standard bond schedule set by the local judicial circuit, and it's often relatively modest. For more serious or aggravated cases, a judge sets or adjusts the amount at a first appearance hearing, which Florida holds within 24 hours of arrest. The judge weighs prior offenses, BAC, whether anyone was hurt, ties to the community, and flight risk — and may release a low-risk first offender on their own recognizance.
There's one part of a DUI that catches most families off guard: even after the bond is posted, Florida law requires that the arrested person be held until they are no longer impaired — specifically, until their normal faculties return, their alcohol level falls below 0.05, or eight hours have passed. We can post the bond the moment you call; the clock on actual release, though, belongs to the law, not to us, and we'll always tell you straight where things stand.
Judges also commonly attach conditions to a DUI release, such as refraining from alcohol while the case is pending.
How our DUI 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 legal hold clears.
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. What we can do is talk through flexible arrangements for how you pay that premium. 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.
DUI bail bond FAQ
How much is a DUI bond in Florida?
It depends on the charge. A first-time misdemeanor DUI is often set relatively low from the county bond schedule, while felonies, repeat offenses, and crashes involving injury run higher and are usually set by a judge. Whatever the bond, you pay a licensed agent the state-regulated premium — 10% of the bond, $100 minimum — to post it. Call us with the booking details and we'll tell you the exact amount.
How fast can you get someone out after a DUI arrest?
We can post the bond 24 hours a day, often within minutes of your call. Actual release is governed by Florida law: a person arrested for DUI must be held until they're no longer impaired, their alcohol level is below 0.05, or eight hours have passed. We post immediately, and your loved one walks out as soon as that hold lifts.
Can you post a DUI bond in the middle of the night?
Yes. DUI arrests rarely happen at convenient hours, so we don't keep convenient hours either. Call 407-540-0600 any time.
What do I need to bail someone out for DUI?
Start with the arrested person's full name and the jail or county holding them. A booking number helps if you have it, along with the charge and bond amount, which we can look up with you. We handle the paperwork and the posting from there.
Do you offer payment plans on the premium?
Florida law fixes the premium at 10% ($100 minimum), 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
- A Florida DUI is charged under Statute 316.193 — at 0.08 BAC or when normal faculties are impaired.
- Bail comes from the county bond schedule or a judge at first appearance (within 24 hours); aggravating factors raise it.
- By law, a DUI arrestee is held until sober, below 0.05 BAC, or 8 hours pass — even after the bond is posted.
- The premium is set by Florida law: 10% of the bond, $100 minimum, statewide and nonrefundable — discounts are illegal.
- We post DUI bonds 24/7 across Florida. Call 407-540-0600.
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