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What We Handle in Palmer
Act Swift Bail Bonds is authorized to post surety bonds for all eligible charges processed through the Ellis County court system, including arrests originating in Palmer. Our agents handle felony bonds, misdemeanor bonds, DWI/DUI bonds, drug possession, assault, warrants, and more.
Felony Bail BondsMisdemeanor BondsDWI / DUI BondsDrug Possession BondsAssault & Aggravated Assault BondsDomestic Violence BondsTheft & Shoplifting BondsWarrant Clearing Bonds
Where Palmer Arrests Are Processed
Ellis County Jail
Arrests in Palmer that require a surety bond are transferred to the Ellis County Jail in Waxahachie for magistration and bond processing.
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Bail Bond Questions — Palmer
Does Palmer have its own jail or holding facility?
Palmer has a small municipal holding area managed by the Palmer Police Department, but it is not a full booking facility. Most arrests in Palmer that require a surety bond result in a transfer to the Ellis County Jail in Waxahachie for magistration and bond processing.
How far is Palmer from the Ellis County Jail?
Palmer is approximately 18 miles southeast of the Ellis County Jail in Waxahachie, roughly a 25-minute drive. Act Swift Bail Bonds handles all bond filings at the county jail so Palmer families do not need to travel to Waxahachie.
What types of charges in Palmer require a bail bond?
Class A and B misdemeanors, felonies, DWI, drug possession, assault, and outstanding warrants typically require a surety bond when processed through the Ellis County court system. Class C misdemeanors and city ordinance violations are usually handled through Palmer municipal court without a bond.
Can Act Swift help if I do not know where my family member is being held?
Yes. If someone was arrested in Palmer and you are unsure whether they are still at the city facility or have been transferred to the Ellis County Jail, our agents can help locate them by checking available booking records. Call us and we will work to identify their location and begin the bond process.