Jail in Chicago
Central Detention Lockup Bail and Release Help
Central Detention Lockup is in Chicago, Illinois. Illinois does not allow commercial bail bonds, so bail is posted with the court or the jail.
Chicago has one more jail in this directory.
- Jail line
- (312) 745-4290
- State
- Illinois
How Bail Works Here
Illinois ended cash bail in September 2023. A judge decides at the first hearing whether a person is released before trial and on what conditions, and no money is paid for release. A defense lawyer can explain the hearing.
What to Do Tonight
Find the booking first. You need the person's full legal name and date of birth. The booking shows the charge and whether bail has been set. Ask the jail or the court clerk how and where bail can be paid, and which forms of payment they take. Keep every receipt, because the court refunds bail after the case ends when every court date was kept.
Questions About Central Detention Lockup
Where is Central Detention Lockup?
Central Detention Lockup is at 11 W 17th St, Chicago, IL 60616.
How do I find out if someone is at Central Detention Lockup?
Call the jail line at (312) 745-4290 with their full legal name and date of birth. Many sheriffs also post an online inmate search, and any bail agent can look up the booking for you.
Can a bail bondsman help at Central Detention Lockup?
No. Illinois does not allow commercial bail bonds. Bail is posted with the court or the jail directly.
How long does release take after bail is posted?
Usually a few hours, and longer on weekends, at night and at shift change. The jail sets the pace, so no one can promise a time.