This law section outlines the procedures for collecting, depositing, and managing bail or bond money in Michigan. It specifies that law enforcement agencies can collect an additional $10 fee, mandates prompt deposit into designated accounts, and details the process for depositing cash, checks, or securities with court officials, including receipt issuance and after-hours procedures.
Yes, agencies can collect up to $10 in addition to the bail or bond money from the arrested person or their representative.
It must be deposited with the court clerk, county treasurer, or the state treasurer, depending on the case, with receipts issued for the deposit.
The deposit can be made with the officer responsible for approving the bond or bail or with the sheriff, who will then deliver the funds to the proper treasurer within 48 hours.
The collected fee is deposited into a dedicated account and can be used to cover expenses related to handling bail or bond money.