Drug Possession Bail Bonds in Polk County
A possession charge can mean very different things depending on the substance involved. We will help you understand what your specific charge means for bail, and get your loved one home.
Why the Substance Matters
Florida sorts controlled substances into schedules based on how they are classified under state law. Where a substance falls, along with the amount found, decides whether a possession charge is filed as a misdemeanor or a felony, and that in turn shapes the bail amount a judge is likely to set.
You do not need to understand all of it before you call. Tell us what you know about the charge and we will help you figure out what to expect.
Common Possession Charges We See
Marijuana Possession
Under 20 grams is usually a misdemeanor. Larger amounts can be charged as a felony.
Controlled Substance Possession
Possession of most other drugs without a prescription is usually charged as a felony.
Possession With Intent
Adding intent to sell or deliver raises the charge and usually raises bail as well.
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515 E Main St, Bartow, FL 33830
Estimate a Drug Possession Bail Bond
Possession bail amounts vary a lot by substance and amount, so use this calculator to get a starting number. Call us for the real bail amount and an exact price.
Florida sets a $100 minimum fee, so any bail amount under $1,000 will still show $100 below. At that minimum, the fee is due in full, with no payment plan.
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This is an estimate only. Call us for an exact price and to start the bail process right away.
How Our Agents Help With a Possession Charge
Possession charges range from minor to serious, and we treat every case the same way: fast, and without judgment. Here is what we do for you:
- Answer the phone any time, day or night
- Explain how the substance affects the charge and bail
- Start the bond paperwork right away
- Work out a payment plan sized to your family's budget
- Coordinate with the jail so release happens as fast as possible
Drug Possession Bail Questions
Is drug possession always a felony in Florida?
No. It depends on the substance. Possession of marijuana under 20 grams is usually a misdemeanor, while possession of most other controlled substances is usually charged as a felony.
How is drug possession different from trafficking?
Possession is for personal amounts of a substance. Trafficking charges apply once the amount crosses a legal weight threshold, and they carry much higher penalties and bail amounts.
Does the substance affect the bail amount?
Yes. Florida classifies controlled substances into schedules, and the schedule along with the amount found both affect how the charge is filed and what bail is likely to be.
Is the bail bond fee still 10% for a possession charge?
Yes. Florida law caps the bail bond fee at 10% of the bail amount, whether the charge is a misdemeanor or a felony.
Do you offer payment plans for possession bonds?
Yes, for bonds over Florida's $100 minimum fee. See our bail financing page for how payment plans work.
Not Sure Which Jail They're In?
A possession arrest still moves through the same Polk County facilities as any other charge. Here is where to check:
Serving All of Polk County
No matter where the arrest happened, we can help. Most of our calls come from Davenport, Bartow, Lakeland, and Winter Haven, but we cover every part of Polk County.
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Whatever the charge, we are ready to help get your loved one home.