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Fenton
Bail Bonds
Fenton is about 24 miles — roughly 25 minutes — from our Lake Charles office. Carter Bail Bonds posts bonds in Jefferson Davis Parish regularly. Available 24/7 at Louisiana's straightforward 12% rate.
Quick Facts
Table Of Contents
Jump straight to the Fenton bail information you need — city overview, jail, court, charges, cost, and FAQs.
Why Choose Carter Bail Bonds in Fenton
How Bail Works in Fenton
Charges We Handle
How Much Do Bail Bonds Cost in Fenton?
Jails, Detention Centers & Courts We Serve
What We Need When You Call
Most Common Bail Charges in Fenton
FAQs — Fenton Bail Bonds
About Fenton, LA
Why Choose Carter Bail Bonds in Fenton
When your loved one has been arrested in Fenton, you need a bail bond company that serves every community in the parish, not just the largest ones. 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
Fenton's proximity to our office keeps things moving quickly once bail is set.
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 Fenton
A quick step-by-step so you know exactly what to expect from arrest through release.
Step 1: Arrest & Booking
After an arrest in Fenton, the individual is transported to the Jefferson Davis Parish Consolidated Jail in Jennings 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.
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 Jefferson Davis Parish Consolidated Jail in Jennings.
Step 5: Release & Court Requirements
After release, the defendant must attend all scheduled court dates at the 31st Judicial District Court in Jennings and comply with any conditions of release.
Charges We Handle
Carter Bail Bonds posts bonds for every charge type in Fenton. 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 Fenton?
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
Fenton does not have its own city court — all Jefferson Davis Parish matters route through Jennings.
Jefferson Davis Parish Consolidated Jail
1704 Hwy. 90 West (Shankland Ave.), Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 821-2104
Primary booking facility for all Jefferson Davis Parish arrests.
Learn More31st Judicial District Court
300 N. State St, Jennings, LA 70546
Handles felony criminal cases and major civil matters for all of Jefferson Davis Parish.
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. Jefferson Davis Parish arrests route through the Consolidated Jail in Jennings.
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 Fenton
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 — Fenton Bail Bonds
Straight answers to the questions Fenton families ask us most.
About Fenton, LA
Fenton is the smallest incorporated community in Jefferson Davis Parish, sitting roughly halfway between Lake Charles and Elton along the parish's northern reaches. Despite its small size, Fenton is part of the same parish-wide bail and court system as every other community in Jefferson Davis Parish.
Whether an arrest happens in Fenton or elsewhere in the parish, Carter Bail Bonds is proud to serve the community with fast, affordable bail bond service. See our Jefferson Davis Parish hub for the full parish overview.