What We Handle in Palmer

Act Swift Bail Bonds is authorized to post surety bonds for all eligible charges processed through the Ellis County court system, including arrests originating in Palmer. Our agents handle felony bonds, misdemeanor bonds, DWI/DUI bonds, drug possession, assault, warrants, and more.

Bail Bond Questions — Palmer

Does Palmer have its own jail or holding facility?
Palmer has a small municipal holding area managed by the Palmer Police Department, but it is not a full booking facility. Most arrests in Palmer that require a surety bond result in a transfer to the Ellis County Jail in Waxahachie for magistration and bond processing.
How far is Palmer from the Ellis County Jail?
Palmer is approximately 18 miles southeast of the Ellis County Jail in Waxahachie, roughly a 25-minute drive. Act Swift Bail Bonds handles all bond filings at the county jail so Palmer families do not need to travel to Waxahachie.
What types of charges in Palmer require a bail bond?
Class A and B misdemeanors, felonies, DWI, drug possession, assault, and outstanding warrants typically require a surety bond when processed through the Ellis County court system. Class C misdemeanors and city ordinance violations are usually handled through Palmer municipal court without a bond.
Can Act Swift help if I do not know where my family member is being held?
Yes. If someone was arrested in Palmer and you are unsure whether they are still at the city facility or have been transferred to the Ellis County Jail, our agents can check booking records and locate them. Call us and we will find them and begin the bond process immediately.