How to Bail Someone Out of Jail in Dallas County: Step-by-Step Guide
A complete step-by-step guide covering everything from locating the defendant in the Dallas County system, calling a bail bond agent, gathering required documents, posting bond at Lew Sterrett, and waiting for release.
The moment you learn someone has been arrested in Dallas County, call Act Quick Bail Bonds at (214) 744-1414. Do not wait for the defendant to appear in the system or for bail to be set — our agents begin preparing the bond paperwork immediately so we can post bond the moment the magistrate sets the amount, saving critical time. While we prepare, you can check the Dallas County online inmate lookup (this tool only covers Lew Sterrett Justice Center — it does not include inmates held at city jails in Irving, Garland, Mesquite, Grand Prairie, Carrollton, or DeSoto) using the defendant’s full legal name, or call the Lew Sterrett Justice Center inmate information line at 214-761-9025. The search results will show current charges, bail amount (once set), booking number, and housing location.
When you call Act Quick, provide the defendant’s full name, date of birth, the charges if known, and any details about the arrest — the city, approximate time, and arresting agency. You will need a valid government-issued photo ID and will sign an indemnity agreement as the cosigner. The premium — the agent’s fee for posting the bond, which depends on the bail amount and case specifics — is due at the time the bond is written. Our agent handles all paperwork and posts the bond at the Dallas County Sheriff’s Bond Administration office at Lew Sterrett Justice Center, 111 West Commerce Street, Dallas, TX 75202.
After the bond is posted, the jail processes the defendant for release. Release times at Lew Sterrett vary depending on facility volume, but families should generally expect several hours between bond posting and actual release. The defendant will be released from the facility and should be picked up near the main entrance on Commerce Street. Make sure the defendant understands their bond conditions and upcoming court dates before leaving. For step-by-step help posting a bond in Dallas County at any hour, call Act Quick Bail Bonds at (214) 744-1414.