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Jennings
Bail Bonds
Jennings is about 37 miles — roughly 40 minutes — east of our Lake Charles office via I-10. 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 Jennings bail information you need — city overview, jail, court, charges, cost, and FAQs.
Why Choose Carter Bail Bonds in Jennings
How Bail Works in Jennings
Charges We Handle
How Much Do Bail Bonds Cost in Jennings?
Jails, Detention Centers & Courts We Serve
What We Need When You Call
Most Common Bail Charges in Jennings
FAQs — Jennings Bail Bonds
About Jennings, LA
Why Choose Carter Bail Bonds in Jennings
When your loved one has been arrested in Jennings, you need a bail bond company that doesn't treat distance as an obstacle. Carter Bail Bonds has served 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
37 miles doesn't slow us down once bail is set. Our agents know the Jefferson Davis 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 Jennings
A quick step-by-step so you know exactly what to expect from arrest through release.
Step 1: Arrest & Booking
After an arrest in Jennings, the individual is transported to the Jefferson Davis Parish Consolidated Jail 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 Jefferson Davis Parish Consolidated Jail.
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 Jennings. 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 Jennings?
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
Jennings is home to Jefferson Davis Parish's primary detention facility and courts.
Jefferson Davis Parish Consolidated Jail
1704 Hwy. 90 West (Shankland Ave.), Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 821-2104
Built in 2019, the 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. Single elected judge with jurisdiction over all of Jefferson Davis Parish.
Learn MoreJefferson Davis Parish Clerk of Court
P.O. Box 799, Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 824-1160
Records, filings, and Clerk of Court services for Jefferson Davis Parish.
Coming SoonWhat 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. Jennings arrests almost always route through the Jefferson Davis Parish Consolidated Jail.
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 Jennings
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 — Jennings Bail Bonds
Straight answers to the questions Jennings families ask us most.
About Jennings, LA
Jennings is the parish seat of Jefferson Davis Parish, home to roughly 9,837 residents. Founded in 1888 and known as the “Cradle of Louisiana Oil” for hosting the state's first producing oil well in 1901, Jennings sits on I-10 and historic US-90, midway between Lake Charles and Lafayette.
Zigler Museum
A world-class art collection housed in a colonial-era home in downtown Jennings.
Strand Theatre
A 1930s-era movie house now hosting performing arts, including a long-running live country music variety show.
Gator Chateau
An up-close alligator encounter in a protected habitat.
W.H. Tupper General Merchandise Museum
A preserved early-1900s general store, untouched since 1949.
Louisiana Oil and Gas Park
Located at I-10 Exit 64, featuring a 10-acre fishing pond, walking track, and playground.
Whether an arrest happens downtown or anywhere else in Jennings, 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.