Misdemeanor Bail Bonds in Knoxville, TN— Affordable, Fast Release
Misdemeanor charges are lower-level, so bail is typically smaller and the process moves faster. We post straightforward bonds quickly and affordably — a flat 10% premium, nothing more — so your loved one is home in hours, not days.
A Lower Charge, Handled Quickly and Affordably
A misdemeanor arrest is stressful, but it is also the most straightforward type of bond to post. Because misdemeanors are lower-level charges, judges typically set smaller bail amounts and fewer conditions — which means a faster release and a lower total cost. The premium you pay is a flat 10% set by Tennessee law, the same rate as any other bond; only the smaller bail amount changes the final number.
We post misdemeanor bonds around the clock across Knox, Sevier, and Jefferson counties — plus 15 more across East Tennessee. You can visit our homepage to estimate the bond, or read about how a felony bond differs for more serious charges.
How Do Misdemeanor Bail Bonds Work?
A misdemeanor bail bond is a guarantee that gets someone released after a misdemeanor arrest. Misdemeanors are lower-level charges, so judges typically set lower bail amounts and fewer 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 misdemeanor
After a misdemeanor arrest, the defendant is booked and a judge sets bail — typically lower than a felony, with fewer conditions. This means the whole process usually moves faster.
Pay the 10% premium
You pay a non-refundable 10% premium on the total bail amount and sign a simple, confidential bail agreement. The rate is the same as any other charge in Tennessee — only the total amount is lower.
The bondsman posts the bond
Our licensed bondsman guarantees the full bail amount to the court. Because misdemeanor bonds are straightforward, we can often complete this step in a matter of minutes.
Release
The defendant is released — often within 2 to 4 hours — so they can get home quickly and handle the charge on their own schedule.
Court date
The defendant must appear at the scheduled court date. As long as they appear, 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.
Misdemeanor Bail Bond FAQs
Answers to the questions families ask most after a lower-level charge.
The main difference is the bail amount. Misdemeanors are less serious charges, so judges typically set lower bail and fewer conditions. The premium rate is identical — a flat 10% set by Tennessee law — so a misdemeanor bond simply costs less in total because the bail amount is smaller. You can compare this with our felony bond page to see the full picture.
Very fast — often within 2 to 4 hours. Because misdemeanor bail amounts are lower and there are usually fewer conditions, paperwork moves quickly. Patriot Bail Bonds posts bonds 24/7, so you can start the process the moment you call (865) 635-6750.
It can, in some cases. A judge considers prior charges and appearance history when setting bail, but a single misdemeanor generally has little impact as long as the defendant appeared at every court date. We can explain how a specific charge may affect the process before you commit to anything.
What Families
Are Saying
Average rating on Google — based on 43+ verified reviews
“I just wanna say shout out to desiree and Curtis for being there within 30 minutes to another county for me. I called multiple people and they were unable to make a bond for address change recently & this company pulled through💪🏼 thank you and id recommend yall to anyone. Desiree is very nice and was on top of everything.”
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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