Bastrop County DWI Bail Guide

Bail amounts, how bonds work, and what to expect when getting released.

Last verified: January 6, 2026

DWI Bail Amounts

Offense	Bail
1st Offense	$500 – $1,000
2nd Offense	$2,500 – $5,000
Felony (3rd+)	$10,000+
With Child	$10,000+

Amounts vary by criminal history, BAC level, and circumstances. Bondsman fee: 10% (non-refundable).

How Bail Bonds Work

The Process

Contact a bondsman

Available 24/7

Pay 10% fee

Non-refundable

Bondsman posts bail

They guarantee the court

You're released

Must attend all court dates

Co-Signer Warning

If you co-sign, you are legally responsible if the defendant fails to appear.

100% liable for full bail amount
Collateral (house, car) can be seized
Cannot cancel once signed

Release Timeline

Booking

2-8 hrs

Fingerprints, photos, background check

Arraignment

24-48 hrs

Judge sets bail amount

Bail Posted

1-4 hrs

Paperwork signed, fee paid

Release

2-6 hrs

Property returned

Booking

2-8 hours

Fingerprints, photos, background check

Arraignment

24-48 hours

Judge sets bail amount

Bail Posted

1-4 hours

Paperwork signed

Release

2-6 hours

Property returned

Total: 12-48 Hours

Weekends and holidays take longer.

You're Out. Now What?

Critical Deadlines

Request ALR Hearing

15 Days

Miss = auto suspension

Get Your Vehicle

ASAP

Fees add up daily

Hire Attorney

Soon

Better outcomes

Court Dates

All

Missing = warrant

FAQ

All DUI defendants, regardless of the arresting agency, are processed at the Bastrop County Jail located at 200 Jackson Street, Bastrop, Texas 78602.

DUI Bail in Bastrop County, Texas: A Local Guide

If you've been arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Bastrop County, understanding the bail process is crucial. This guide provides information specific to Bastrop County to help you navigate the system.

Local Bond Options

Bastrop County utilizes a mix of cash bonds, surety bonds, and personal recognizance (PR) bonds for pre-trial release. The Bastrop County Bail Bond Board oversees the administration of this system. Surety bonds, obtained through commercial bondsmen, are the most common release mechanism. Commercial bondsmen typically charge a non-refundable fee, often around 10% of the total bail amount. For example, a Class B Misdemeanor DUI with a $2,500 bail would require a $250 fee to the bondsman. Personal Recognizance (PR) Bonds, which allow release without upfront payment, are generally reserved for low-risk offenders with strong ties to the community and may involve a pre-trial services interview.

Release Timeline

Release is not instantaneous upon posting bond. The Sheriff’s Office must verify the validity of the bond and the standing of the surety company. A final, rigorous check for out-of-county warrants is also conducted.

Where to Post Bail

Bail is posted through the Bastrop County Jail, located at 200 Jackson Street, Bastrop, Texas 78602.

The "Weekend Gap" Phenomenon

Even though Texas law mandates a magistration hearing within 48 hours of arrest, a person arrested on a Friday night may spend the weekend in jail, even if bail is set on Saturday. This is due to limited weekend operations for administrative staff and bond board agencies.

Court Information

Misdemeanor DUI cases are handled by the Bastrop County Court at Law, located at 804 Pecan Street, Bastrop, TX 78602. The Bastrop County Clerk (Krista Bartsch) manages the administrative tasks for misdemeanor cases. The Clerk’s office is open Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

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