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Merryville
Bail Bonds
Merryville is about 68 miles — roughly 85 minutes — from our Lake Charles office, near the Texas border. Carter Bail Bonds posts bonds in Beauregard Parish regularly. Available 24/7 at Louisiana's straightforward 12% rate.
Quick Facts
Table Of Contents
Jump straight to the Merryville bail information you need — city overview, jail, court, charges, cost, and FAQs.
Why Choose Carter Bail Bonds in Merryville
How Bail Works in Merryville
Charges We Handle
How Much Do Bail Bonds Cost in Merryville?
Jails, Detention Centers & Courts We Serve
What We Need When You Call
Most Common Bail Charges in Merryville
FAQs — Merryville Bail Bonds
About Merryville, LA
Why Choose Carter Bail Bonds in Merryville
When your loved one has been arrested in Merryville, you need a bail bond company willing to make the drive, even this close to the Texas line. Carter Bail Bonds has served all of Southwest Louisiana since 1998.
24/7 Availability
Licensed bail agents answer around the clock — nights, weekends, and holidays included. Arrests don't wait, and neither do we.
Flexible Payment Plans
Posting bail shouldn't overwhelm your family. Flexible payment plans and low-down financing put freedom within reach.
Fast Jail Release, Regardless of Distance
Distance doesn't slow us down once bail is set. Our agents know the Beauregard Parish Jail's process and paperwork.
No Collateral in Most Cases
Many bonds are written without requiring property or assets as security — meaning your home or car doesn't have to be on the line.
A Local Name, Not a Franchise
Carter Bail Bonds is based right here at 1025 Mill St in Lake Charles. Real people, real phones, no national call center.
How Bail Works in Merryville
A quick step-by-step so you know exactly what to expect from arrest through release.
Step 1: Arrest & Booking
After an arrest in Merryville, the individual is transported to the Beauregard Parish Jail in DeRidder for booking — fingerprinting, photographs, and entry into the jail system. Bail is set according to the parish bail schedule or by a judge at arraignment.
Step 2: Contact Carter Bail Bonds
Call our 24/7 hotline. Our licensed agents collect basic details — name, date of birth, arresting agency, and jail location. Distance from our office doesn't slow down how fast we act once bail is set.
Step 3: Paperwork & Payment Options
We walk you through the premium (Louisiana's 12% rate) and payment plan options. Many families qualify for flexible payment plans, and in many cases, no collateral is required.
Step 4: Posting Bail at the Jail
Once paperwork and payment are complete, our agent posts bail directly at the Beauregard Parish Jail in DeRidder.
Step 5: Release & Court Requirements
After release, the defendant must attend all scheduled court dates at the 36th Judicial District Court in DeRidder and comply with any conditions of release.
Charges We Handle
Carter Bail Bonds posts bonds for every charge type in Merryville. Select any charge below for full details on penalties, typical bail amounts, and the bail process specific to that offense.
Common Charges
Charge Categories & Procedural Matters
Our Services
How Much Does Bail
Cost in Merryville?
Louisiana law (La. R.S. 22:1443) sets the bail bond premium at 12% of the total bail amount, or $120, whichever is greater — the same across every licensed bail bond company in the state.
Bond Cost Examples
The bail amount itself depends entirely on the specific charge — visit the relevant charge page above, or call us directly with the court-set amount for an exact premium calculation. Payment plans are available.
Is the Premium Refundable?
- No — the 12% premium is non-refundable by Louisiana state law, regardless of case outcome.
- It is the service fee for posting the bond and taking on the financial risk of the defendant appearing in court.
Jails, Detention Centers & Courts We Serve
Merryville does not have its own city court — all Beauregard Parish matters route through DeRidder.
Beauregard Parish Jail
412 Bolivar Bishop Drive, DeRidder, LA 70634
(337) 460-5520
The primary booking facility for all arrests across Beauregard Parish, including Merryville. Operated by the Beauregard Parish Sheriff's Office.
Learn More36th Judicial District Court
201 West 1st Street, DeRidder, LA 70634
(337) 463-8595
Handles felony criminal cases and major civil matters for all of Beauregard Parish. Historic 1914 Beaux-Arts courthouse. Mailing: P.O. Box 100, DeRidder, LA 70634.
Learn MoreWhat We Need When You Call
Having these details ready helps us move quickly. Don't have everything? Call anyway — we can often look it up.
Defendant's Full Legal Name
The complete name of the person in custody. If you only know a first name, their date of birth helps us locate them.
Date of Birth
Confirms the correct inmate record and helps avoid confusion when multiple people share the same name.
Jail or Detention Facility
Name of the facility where your loved one is being held. Merryville arrests route through the Beauregard Parish Jail on Bolivar Bishop Drive in DeRidder.
Booking Number (if available)
Speeds up the process but isn't required. We can find one or confirm arrest details without it.
Your Contact Information
Your name and best phone number so we can keep you updated throughout the process.
Your Relationship to the Defendant
Family, friend, coworker — helps us know who to loop in on updates.
Most Common Bail Charges in Merryville
Every arrest is unique, but certain charges come up more often than others. Select any charge for the full breakdown of penalties, typical bail amounts, and the bail process.
DWI/DUI — La. R.S. 14:98
Average Bail: $500–$50,000+ depending on offense number. First-offense: $500–$2,500.
Bail Eligibility: Yes.
Theft — La. R.S. 14:67
Average Bail: $500–$100,000+ depending on dollar value taken. Under $1,000: $500–$2,500.
Bail Eligibility: Yes.
Assault & Battery — La. R.S. 14:33–14:38
Average Bail: $500–$50,000+ depending on tier (simple vs. aggravated).
Bail Eligibility: Yes.
Domestic Abuse Battery — La. R.S. 14:35.3
Average Bail: $2,500–$7,500. First offense carries mandatory intervention program.
Bail Eligibility: Yes, often with no-contact conditions.
Drug Charges — La. R.S. 40:966, 40:967
Average Bail: Varies enormously by substance and quantity, from $250 (low-level marijuana) to $100,000+ (distribution).
Bail Eligibility: Yes.
FAQs — Merryville Bail Bonds
Straight answers to the questions Merryville families ask us most.
About Merryville, LA
Merryville is a small town of roughly 967 residents in northwestern Beauregard Parish, about 19 miles from DeRidder along US-190, with the Sabine River — the Texas border — just 4 miles to the west.
Burk's Cabin
An authentically restored 1880s log cabin, the only one of its kind remaining in Beauregard Parish, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Atakapa-Coushatta Trace Visitors Center
A cyclist and traveler rest stop reflecting the area's Native American heritage.
Whether an arrest happens anywhere in or near Merryville, Carter Bail Bonds is proud to serve the community with fast, affordable bail bond service. See our Beauregard Parish hub for the full parish overview.