Brewster County DWI Bail Guide

Highland Automotive represents the critical node in the Brewster County impound network, functioning as a private Vehicle Storage Facility (VSF) utilized by both the Alpine Police Department (APD) and the Brewster County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO). Understanding the bail process after a DWI arrest in Brewster County, Texas, requires knowledge of its unique logistical and judicial environment. This guide provides localized information to help you navigate the system efficiently.

Brewster County DWI Bail Amounts

While Brewster County doesn't publish a rigid bail schedule, expect the following baseline amounts for DWI offenses:

• Misdemeanor DWI (1st Offense): $1,500 – $3,000 Surety Bond
• Misdemeanor DWI (2nd Offense): $3,500 – $7,500 Surety Bond
• Felony DWI (3rd+): $10,000+ Surety Bond

If your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) was 0.15 or higher, or if this is a repeat offense, expect the magistrate to mandate an ignition interlock device as a condition of your release.

Where to Post Bail

The Brewster County Jail, located at 307 West Sul Ross Avenue, Alpine, Texas 79830, is where you or your bondsman will post bail. The jail is a shared facility for both the Alpine Police Department and the Brewster County Sheriff’s Office. There is no real-time online roster, so the most reliable way to confirm an inmate's booking is to call the booking desk directly at (432) 837-6200 Ext. 5541 (Sheriff’s Main Line/Dispatch).

Local Bond Options

Your options for bail in Brewster County typically include surety bonds. Cash bonds are also an option, requiring the full bail amount to be paid. Personal Recognizance (PR) bonds are rarely granted initially for DWI charges without attorney intervention. There are no charitable bail organizations or community bond funds operating within Brewster County.

Jail Release Timeline

The release process in Brewster County is heavily dependent on the availability of the Magistrate (Justice of the Peace or JP). JPs typically conduct magistration once daily, usually in the morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. If arrested in the late afternoon or evening, you may have to wait until the following morning for bail to be set. Shift changes at the jail also impact processing times; standard shift changes in this region typically occur at 6:00 AM/PM or 7:00 AM/PM. Attempting to post bond close to these times will result in delays. Aim to post bond during "Green Zones": 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM or 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

A Note on Parking

Parking is extremely limited near the Brewster County Jail on W Sul Ross Ave. Do not park directly in front of the jail. Park one block south or west on a residential side street to avoid being towed by Highland or Alpine Towing.

The Brewster County Jail is located at 307 West Sul Ross Avenue, Alpine, Texas 79830.