Felony Bail Bonds in Knoxville, TN— Experienced, Fast, Confidential
Felony charges come with higher bail amounts and serious consequences. With 20+ years handling felony cases across East Tennessee, we post larger bonds fast and guide your family through every condition — confidentially, around the clock.
Serious Charges Deserve an Experienced Bondsman
A felony is the most serious category of charge in Tennessee, and it usually comes with a higher bail amount and extra release conditions. Here is the reassuring part: the premium you pay is still a flat 10% set by Tennessee law — exactly the same rate as any other bond. What changes is the total bail amount set by the judge, not the percentage. Our team has spent 20+ years posting felony bonds across Knox, Sevier, and Jefferson counties — plus 15 more across East Tennessee.
Every conversation stays completely confidential, and we handle higher bond amounts with the same speed and professionalism as any other case. You can also visit our homepage to estimate the bond while you wait, or read about how a misdemeanor bond differs.
How Do Felony Bail Bonds Work?
A felony bail bond is a guarantee that gets someone released after a felony arrest. Because felonies are the most serious charges in Tennessee, the judge typically sets a higher bail amount and may attach extra conditions. Rather than paying the full bail, you pay a licensed bondsman a non-refundable 10% premium set by Tennessee law. The bondsman posts the full bail, and the defendant is released on the promise to appear at every court date.
Arrest and booking for a felony
After a felony arrest, the defendant is booked and the charge is reviewed. A judge then sets bail — often higher than a misdemeanor — and may add conditions like no-contact orders or travel restrictions.
Pay the 10% premium
You pay a non-refundable 10% premium on the total bail amount and sign a confidential bail agreement. The rate is the same as any other charge in Tennessee — only the total bail amount is higher.
The bondsman posts the bond
Our licensed bondsman guarantees the full bail amount to the court, even on nights, weekends, and holidays. With 20+ years handling serious charges, we move fast and explain every condition the judge sets.
Release
The defendant is released, usually within 2 to 6 hours, so they can get home and begin preparing their defense with an attorney.
Court dates and conditions
The defendant must appear at every court date and follow any release conditions set by the judge. As long as they comply, the bond is discharged and nothing more is owed.
Tennessee Bail Calculator
Under Tennessee law, professional bail bondsmen charge a flat 10% premium for state residents. Non-residents may pay between 10% and 15%. Use this tool to estimate your costs.
Enter your bond amount and click calculate to see your estimated premium.
Felony Bail Bond FAQs
Answers to the questions families ask most after a serious charge.
The premium rate is identical — a flat 10% set by Tennessee law — but felony bail amounts are typically much higher, so the dollar cost is higher. For example, a $50,000 felony bond costs $5,000, while a $5,000 misdemeanor bond costs $500. Only the total bail amount changes, never the 10% rate. Call (865) 635-6750 for a free estimate.
Often, yes. A judge may add conditions such as travel restrictions, no-contact orders, surrendering a passport or firearms, drug or alcohol testing, or electronic monitoring. A licensed bondsman will explain every condition clearly so the defendant can comply and stay out of custody. We walk you through each one before you commit.
In certain serious cases, yes — particularly capital offenses or when a defendant is considered a flight risk or a danger to the community. A judge decides this at a bail hearing. If bail is granted, Patriot Bail Bonds can usually post the bond immediately. Call (865) 635-6750 and we'll tell you exactly what is possible for your specific case.
What Families
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Average rating on Google — based on 43+ verified reviews
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Melissa L.
Knoxville, TN
“Dessiree is so amazing she made the whole entire process, so easy and did it with out making me feel any type of judgment towards The person I was bailing out or towards me , for that matter , she has really gained a customer for life well shall we say if I ever need her lol and I will definitely be recommending everyone I know to her and patriot!!! She totally went above and beyond her job for me And I am so appreciative of that!! Thank youfor everything Dessirre! Oh, and did I mention what a beautiful boss, babe she is building our future at such a young age amazing and inspiring to so many others keep going , you're killing it!!”
Ashley S.
Knoxville, TN
“I can't say enough good things about this company. From the very first phone call, they were professional, patient, and incredibly understanding. The process can feel overwhelming, but they explained every step clearly. They responded quickly, worked efficiently, and treated me with respect the entire time. What stood out most was their honesty and genuine care — I never felt like 'just another case.' They went above and beyond to make a stressful situation easier to handle.”
Tiff S.
Knoxville, TN
“My brother works as a bounty hunter and gave me the heads up about this place. The staff and people here are really top notch, they seem to have an answer for everything and it's always on point. Going in I felt nervous, but after talking to the friendly people I am now always prepared with their number on my top list.”
Kyle S.
Knoxville, TN
“So I had a family member in need one night. I called a bunch of bail companies, and they all acted like they could care less about my issues. So I ended up on my last bondsman calling and it turned out to be Patriot Bail Bonds. If you ask me again, they would have been my first choice to begin with. They could not have been any nicer, took care of my issues easily.”
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Knoxville, TN
“Kate is very amazing, wonderful lady to have you bail your family out of a pickle. Call her for any of your needs and she will get you took care of right away.”
Tyler M.
Knoxville, TN
“Curtis was efficient and quick finding information. Down to Earth nice gentlemen. Would highly recommend to anyone in a bind.”
Chase M.
Knoxville, TN
“Amazing customer service worked well getting my son out! Will definitely use again thanks so much!!”
Diedra B.
Knoxville, TN
“I have worked with this company for quite some time. They are extremely professional, extremely persistent, and will get the job done when needed.”
Rob A.
Knoxville, TN
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