Graham County DUI Bail Guide
Bail amounts, how bonds work, and what to expect when getting released.
Last verified: January 27, 2026
DUI Bail Amounts
| Offense | Bail |
|---|---|
| 1st Offense | $500 – $1,000 |
| 2nd Offense | $2,500 – $5,000 |
| Felony (3rd+) | $10,000+ |
| With Child | $10,000+ |
Amounts vary by criminal history, BAC level, and circumstances. Bondsman fee: 10% (non-refundable).
How Bail Bonds Work
The Process
Contact a bondsman
Available 24/7
Pay 10% fee
Non-refundable
Bondsman posts bail
They guarantee the court
You're released
Must attend all court dates
Co-Signer Warning
If you co-sign, you are legally responsible if the defendant fails to appear.
- 100% liable for full bail amount
- Collateral (house, car) can be seized
- Cannot cancel once signed
Release Timeline
Booking
2-8 hrsFingerprints, photos, background check
Arraignment
24-48 hrsJudge sets bail amount
Bail Posted
1-4 hrsPaperwork signed, fee paid
Release
2-6 hrsProperty returned
Booking
2-8 hours
Fingerprints, photos, background check
Arraignment
24-48 hours
Judge sets bail amount
Bail Posted
1-4 hours
Paperwork signed
Release
2-6 hours
Property returned
Total: 12-48 Hours
Weekends and holidays take longer.
FAQ
The Graham County Sheriff’s fee schedule charges $5.00 for a Booking Sheet and $0.25 per page for the Booking File.
DUI Bail in Graham County, Arizona: A Local Guide
Navigating a DUI arrest in Graham County, Arizona, involves understanding specific procedures and financial realities. This guide provides essential information about bail and release processes specific to Graham County.
Detention and Booking at the Graham County Adult Detention Facility
Following a DUI arrest, you will be taken to the Graham County Adult Detention Facility located at 600 W. Graham Canal Road, Safford, AZ 85546. The booking process initiates costs, with the Sheriff's Office charging $5.00 for a Booking Sheet and $0.25 per page for copies of the Booking File. "Mug Shots" are also available for purchase at $5.00. You can contact the Detention facility at 928-428-2455 or the Sheriff Administration at 928-428-3141.
Graham County Bail Bond "Cash Trap"
A significant hurdle in securing release is the bail payment system. For bonds designated as "Cash Only," the Graham County Adult Detention Facility only accepts money orders. Cash is not accepted. This means that family or friends must convert cash into money orders before bail can be posted.
While the specific 2024/2025 bond schedule is set by the judges and subject to change, the system relies on a "Traffic Bond Schedule" for standard offenses. For DUI, amounts vary by severity (Regular vs. Extreme vs. Super Extreme), but typically range from $500 to $2,500 for misdemeanors.
The Sheriff’s office explicitly warns that collateral (property/titles) given to bail bond agents is a private civil contract. If the bond is forfeited, the court demands the cash value; it will not seize and liquidate the property itself. That liquidation is up to the bondsman.
Visitation Information
Graham County utilizes video visitation, reducing the need for physical inmate movement. The facility uses "The Visitor™" system and "VIZVOX" kiosks. Visits can be conducted remotely via the "ICS Mobile" app (iOS/Android) or a Windows computer for a fee.
As a concession to the county's rural geography, the facility may offer an extended one-hour visit (double the standard 30 minutes) if a visitor travels more than 100 miles. This requires prior coordination with the jail administration.
You can contact the Graham County Adult Detention Facility at 600 W. Graham Canal Road, Safford, AZ 85546.
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