How long does the bail process take in Ellis County?

From magistration to release, the process can take anywhere from a few hours to a full day depending on jail volume and shift changes. Working with a local agent who files correctly the first time helps avoid preventable delays.

Can I start the process before bail is set?

Yes. Call us as soon as you learn of an arrest. We monitor booking status and begin intake paperwork so the bond can be filed the moment bail is authorized.

What does a bail bond cost in Ellis County?

Bail bond fees in Texas are typically 10–15% of the total bond amount set by the court. This premium is non-refundable and covers the cost of the surety bond.

County jail processing corridor where bail bonds are handled

The Process

The Bail Process in Ellis County

Name: Act Swift Bail Bonds
Address: 209 E Main St, Suite #109, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, US
Telephone: (972) 923-0313
Price range: $$

From Arrest to Release — What Actually Happens

When someone is arrested in Ellis County, every hour matters. Understanding the process helps families act fast and avoid costly delays. Here's exactly what happens — and where we step in.

Arrest & Booking

After an arrest in Ellis County, the individual is transported to either a local municipal jail or directly to the Ellis County Jail in Waxahachie for intake and booking.

During booking, officers:

Record personal information

Take fingerprints and photographs

Enter charges into the system

Conduct medical screening

This stage can take several hours depending on facility workload.

Important: Until booking is complete, no bond can be posted. We monitor this in real time so you don't waste time calling the jail repeatedly.

Magistration (Bond Is Set)

Within 24–48 hours, the defendant appears before a magistrate judge. This is where:

Charges are formally presented

Bond amount is set

Conditions of release are assigned

Bond amounts vary based on charge severity, prior history, and flight risk.

The moment bond is set, we move.

Immediate Bond Approval with Act Swift

Call (972) 923-0313 as soon as you learn there has been an arrest.

We:

Confirm booking and bond amount

Explain total cost clearly (no surprises)

Collect required information

Begin paperwork immediately

We are licensed in Ellis County and work directly with the Sheriff's Office daily. This is not guesswork — this is routine.

Surety Bond Filing

Once paperwork is complete and payment is arranged, we:

File the surety bond with the Ellis County Sheriff's Office

Notify the facility immediately

Confirm bond acceptance

Because we operate locally in Waxahachie, filings are handled quickly and correctly.

Mistakes in paperwork cause delays. We don't make them.

Release & Pickup

After the bond is processed:

The jail completes release paperwork

Property is returned

The defendant is discharged

Release timing depends on jail volume, shift changes, and internal processing — but we stay in contact until they walk out.

You are never left guessing.

Office Check-In (Required)

After release, the defendant is required to report to our office to complete an initial check-in and sign all bond paperwork.

During check-in, we:

Review all bond conditions and court obligations

Complete required surety bond documentation

Confirm upcoming court dates

Explain reporting requirements and expectations

Warning: Failure to report to our office for check-in is a violation of bond conditions. If the defendant does not show up, Act Swift Bail Bonds will surrender the bond and a new warrant will be issued for their arrest.

This step is not optional. It protects you, us, and the court.

24/7 Bail Assistance

Arrests happen at all hours.
We answer at all hours.

If your loved one is at the Ellis County Jail or any municipal facility in Ellis County, Act Swift Bail Bonds is ready to begin the release process immediately.

Call Now: (972) 923-0313