Muskegon County Jail
county-jail · 990 Terrace Street, Muskegon, MI 49442
Hearing that a loved one has been booked into the Muskegon County Jail can leave you shaking and unsure where to turn. First, breathe, then call us. Bail My Tail has been a trusted name for Michigan families since 1982, and we're still run the way we started, as a family. Gene Butler founded the business, his son Justin carries it forward, and that family-first care shows up in every conversation we have with you. The Muskegon County Jail is located at 990 Terrace Street in Muskegon and is open around the clock, but the address is only the beginning of what you're trying to sort out. We make the rest simple. We'll confirm the bond amount, explain the surety process in everyday words, and post the bond so your family member can come home. Michigan's premium is set by the state at 10% of the bond, one clear rate, fully explained, with payment plans available for qualifying clients. After the bond is posted at the Muskegon County Jail, release usually takes about 2 to 8 hours, depending on how heavy booking is that day. No matter the hour, we answer, because we know fear doesn't wait for morning. Call Bail My Tail any time at 877-869-8245, and let our family do everything we can to bring yours home.
FACILITY INFO
990 Terrace Street, Muskegon, MI 49442
Open 24 hours
Cash, all major credit cards, debit, bank transfer, payment plans for qualifying clients
typically 2–8 hours after the bond is posted, depending on jail volume
BOND POSTING LOCATION
Per the county's official Post Bond page, money for bond can be deposited 24/7 through the inmate account kiosk located at the entrance to the Michael E. Kobza Hall of Justice (990 Terrace Street, Muskegon, MI 49442) or online through ExpressAccount.com. For a cash-only bond, only cash in the full amount may be posted; for a cash/surety bond, the full cash amount may be posted or a bonding company may be used. Confirm exact procedures and amounts by calling 231-724-6351.
VISITATION
Per the Sheriff's Office, visits are by appointment only and must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance, with on-site visits lasting 25 minutes. Visiting is generally Monday through Friday during morning and afternoon blocks. Schedule through the ViaPath Visitor Kiosk at visit.muskegonsheriff.com or by calling the jail. Confirm current hours and procedures by phone at 231-724-6351.
WHAT TO BRING
At check-in, visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID (minors may use a current school-year photo ID), and should arrive at least 15 minutes early; late arrivals are not admitted. Call 231-724-6351 to confirm current requirements before visiting.
DIRECTIONS
The jail and Sheriff's Office are at 990 Terrace Street in downtown Muskegon, at the Michael E. Kobza Hall of Justice complex; inmate mail uses 980 Terrace Street, Muskegon, MI 49440.
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