Bail and release costs

Use this page to separate bail and release costs from other DUI-related expenses and verify each amount with the lawyer, court, agency, insurer, or provider that actually charges it.

Documents or quotes to collect

  • Bail amount/order
  • Bond premium or deposit receipt
  • Release conditions
  • Refund/forfeiture terms
  • Court receipt

Questions before paying

  • Is the payment refundable?
  • Are there nonfinancial release conditions?
  • What triggers forfeiture or return?

Do not rely on a national average

DUI-related costs vary by jurisdiction, case stage, provider, and services actually used. A written local quote or official fee schedule is more useful than a national “average DUI cost.”