Pennsylvania Bail Bonds — 167 Directory Listings

Bail Bond Laws in Pennsylvania

Premium Rate 10%

Bail Bonds Legal Yes

Licensing Authority Pennsylvania Insurance Department

Directory Listings 167

10% premium. Large market, especially in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh areas.

License data sourced from Pennsylvania Insurance Department.

Bail Bond Guide for Pennsylvania

Average Bail Amounts in Pennsylvania

Misdemeanor$500 - $5,000

Felony$5,000 - $100,000

DUI / DWI$5,000 - $25,000

Court System

Pennsylvania uses magisterial district courts for preliminary hearings and courts of common pleas for trials. Philadelphia has its own first judicial district. Bail is typically set at the preliminary arraignment.

Jail Release Times

In Pennsylvania, release after posting bail generally takes 4-8 hours. Philadelphia's CFCF (Curran-Fromhold) facility may take 8-16 hours due to high volume.

Licensing & Regulation

Pennsylvania bail bond agents are licensed through the Pennsylvania Insurance Department. The premium rate is typically 10% of the bail amount. Pennsylvania has been discussing bail reform, but commercial bail bonds remain legal and active across all 67 counties.

Top Cities for Bail Bonds in Pennsylvania

All Cities with Bail Bond Agents in Pennsylvania

Philadelphia 13 Reading 10 Allentown 8 Erie 7 Lancaster 7 Scranton 7 Pittsburgh 6 York 6 Easton 5 Harrisburg 5 Bethlehem 4 Sunbury 4 Chester 3 Clearfield 3 Dubois 3 Huntingdon 3 Lewistown 3 Norristown 3 Pottsville 3 Wilkes-Barre 3 Williamsport 3 Bedford 2 Bellefonte 2 Chambersburg 2 Doylestown 2 Jersey Shore 2 Jim Thorpe 2 Meadville 2 Milford 2 Oil City 2 Shamokin 2 Somerset 2 Stroudsburg 2 Towanda 2 Warren 2 West Chester 2 Berwick 1 Bloomsburg 1 Carlisle 1 Danville 1 Dunmore 1 Ebensburg 1 Franklin 1 Greensburg 1 Honesdale 1 Johnstown 1 Lebanon 1 Mansfield 1 Media 1 Mifflintown 1 Milton 1 Minersville 1 Montrose 1 Mount Pocono 1 Muncy 1 Philipsburg 1 Pine Grove 1 Sayre 1 Selinsgrove 1 State College 1 Tamaqua 1 Tobyhanna 1 Tyrone 1 Wellsboro 1

Top Bail Bond Agents in Pennsylvania

AA Bail Bonds Philadelphia (215) 939-1970 ABC Bail Bonds Philadelphia (877) 327-8224 Bail Bonds Philadelphia Downtown Philadelphia (215) 569-2200 Lex's Bail Bonds Philadelphia (215) 939-1970 Mr Lee's Bail Bonds Philadelphia (215) 238-4800

Bail Bonds in Neighboring States

Looking for bail bond agents near the Pennsylvania border? Browse agents in these neighboring states:

Delaware 20 agents Maryland 43 agents New Jersey 38 agents New York 207 agents Ohio 636 agents West Virginia 23 agents

Frequently Asked Questions About Bail Bonds in Pennsylvania

How much does a bail bond cost in Pennsylvania?

Our state reference lists a premium rate of 10%. Permitted rates, fees and terms can change or depend on the transaction. Confirm current rules with the licensing authority and obtain written terms before paying.

How do I find a bail bondsman in Pennsylvania?

Use BailBondsHub to browse directory records in Pennsylvania by city or county. Confirm current licensing and hours with the state regulator and provider. The relevant court or jail may also publish current instructions.

Can I get a bail bond with no money down in Pennsylvania?

Payment, financing and collateral policies are not independently verified for each listing. Ask the provider for complete written costs and obligations before signing.

What types of bail bonds are available in Pennsylvania?

The most common types of bail bonds in Pennsylvania include: Surety bonds (through a bail bondsman), cash bonds (full amount paid to court), property bonds (using real estate as collateral), and federal bonds (for federal offenses). Immigration bonds are handled separately through ICE.