Jail in Milwaukee
Milwaukee County Jail Bail and Release Help
Milwaukee County Jail is in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Wisconsin does not allow commercial bail bonds, so bail is posted with the court or the jail.
Milwaukee has two more jails in this directory.
- Jail line
- (414) 226-7070
- State
- Wisconsin
How Bail Works Here
Wisconsin does not allow commercial bail bonds. Bail is paid to the court or the jail directly, and the court returns it when the case ends, minus any fees. A defense lawyer can explain the options.
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 Milwaukee County Jail
Where is Milwaukee County Jail?
Milwaukee County Jail is at 949 N 9th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233.
How do I find out if someone is at Milwaukee County Jail?
Call the jail line at (414) 226-7070 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 Milwaukee County Jail?
No. Wisconsin 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.