Bail bonds in Maize are handled in downtown Wichita, about 12 miles southeast of Maize City Hall. Maize has its own police department and its own municipal court, but people arrested there are booked at the Sedgwick County Adult Detention Facility, 141 W Elm. Once the bond is posted and the person is home, a city case goes back to Maize Municipal Court, which typically meets on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. This page explains the booking, the three ways to post bond and what to expect at that first Wednesday in court.
Case Bail Bonds is at 705 N Broadway in Wichita, three blocks from the jail. We answer (316) 900-1667 around the clock.
On this page
- Where does a Maize arrest go?
- How do bail bonds in Maize work? 3 ways to post
- Maize Municipal Court: when and where
- What happens at your first court date in Maize?
- Which Maize cases leave Maize?
- If you miss a Wednesday
- Checklist for the family
- Frequently asked questions
- Call Case Bail Bonds
Where does a Maize arrest go?
The Sedgwick County Sheriff states that the detention facility books inmates for all Sedgwick County municipalities. Maize is in Sedgwick County, so the answer is the same for an arrest by Maize Police on Maize Road, by a deputy on 53rd Street North or by a trooper on K-96.
| What you need to do | Where |
|---|---|
| Find the person and the bond amount | Sedgwick County inmate search online |
| Post the bond | County jail, 141 W Elm, Wichita |
| Pick the person up | County jail, 141 W Elm, Wichita |
| Go to court on a city charge | Maize City Hall, 10100 W Grady Avenue |
| Go to court on a felony or state charge | Sedgwick County Courthouse, 525 N Main, Wichita |
Our Sedgwick County inmate search page links to the lookup. Each charge has its own line and its own bond.
How do bail bonds in Maize work? 3 ways to post
Bond on a city charge has to be set quickly. K.S.A. 12-4213 requires it within 18 hours of the person being placed in custody. The court meeting once a week does not slow that down.
1. Release on a signature
No money changes hands. The Sheriff allows it for people who live in the metro area, and Sedgwick County is on that list. It is the booking sergeant’s decision, and it is less likely with a prior missed court date or an open warrant. After a DUI arrest there is a wait for a sober adult, or up to four hours of observation. See OR bond in Sedgwick County.
2. Cash
Pay the full bond at the jail. If every court date is kept, it is refunded after the case, less fines and costs. The receipt is issued in the name of the person who pays.
3. A bondsman
A bondsman posts the bond for a premium. K.S.A. 22-2809b sets the minimum at 10% of the bond, with at least half of that paid before the bond is posted. The bondsman signs at the jail in person.
| Bond | Minimum premium | Minimum due before posting |
|---|---|---|
| $250 | $25 | $12.50 |
| $1,000 | $100 | $50 |
| $2,500 | $250 | $125 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 | $500 |
Whichever way you choose, read the conditions on the paperwork. On a charge that would be a person offense, K.S.A. 12-4301 bars contact with the alleged victim for at least 72 hours.
Maize Municipal Court: when and where
The City of Maize publishes these details.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Maize City Hall, 10100 W Grady Avenue, Maize, KS 67101 |
| Mailing address | P.O. Box 245, Maize, KS 67101 |
| Phone | 316-722-8736 |
| Court sessions | Typically the first four Wednesdays of each month at 4 p.m. |
| Cases | Traffic infractions, misdemeanor offenses and code violations under city ordinances |
A 4 p.m. docket helps people who work a day shift. It also means a parent may need to arrange child care for the late afternoon.
Payments can be made in person at City Hall during business hours, by mail with a check or money order, or through the city’s online payment site. The city says payments must be received by the due date on the citation or court paperwork to avoid added fees.
What happens at your first court date in Maize?
The city describes the procedure in plain terms. A defendant has the right to be heard and to present evidence. At the first appearance you can:
- Represent yourself
- Hire an attorney
- Ask for a continuance
Then comes the plea.
| Plea | What follows |
|---|---|
| Guilty | Fines and court costs are assessed |
| No contest | Fines and court costs are assessed |
| Not guilty | The case may be set for trial before the Municipal Court Judge |
Think before pleading guilty just to be done with it. A conviction for DUI, theft or battery in a city court counts as a prior under state law the next time. If you are unsure, ask for a continuance and talk to a lawyer. We can refer you to local attorneys.
Which Maize cases leave Maize?
| Charge | Court |
|---|---|
| Maize Police traffic ticket or city misdemeanor | Maize Municipal Court |
| Citation from a Sheriff’s deputy or the Highway Patrol | Sedgwick County Courthouse, 525 N Main |
| Any felony | Sedgwick County District Court |
For a felony, read felony bail bonds in Wichita and our guide to the first appearance in Sedgwick County. For a county traffic case or a suspended license, see traffic warrants in Wichita. Other charge guides: DUI bail bonds in Wichita and domestic violence bail bonds in Wichita.
If you miss a Wednesday
A missed court date can lead to a bench warrant and, on a traffic case, a suspended license.
- Call the court clerk the next morning at 316-722-8736. Ask what the judge requires.
- Check whether a warrant was issued and whether it has a bond amount.
- Arrange the bond first if there is one. See walk through bonds in Wichita.
A Maize warrant is handled with the Maize court. It will still show up if you are stopped anywhere else in Kansas.
Checklist for the family
- Full legal name and date of birth of the person arrested
- The charges and bond amounts from the jail record
- Who will sign as cosigner. Read bail bond cosigner responsibilities
- A sober adult for pick up after a DUI arrest
- The court named on the paperwork, and the date
Frequently asked questions
When is Maize Municipal Court?
Typically the first four Wednesdays of each month at 4 p.m., at Maize City Hall.
Does Maize have a jail?
Maize arrests are booked at the Sedgwick County Adult Detention Facility in Wichita.
Can I pay a Maize ticket online?
Yes. The city has an online payment site, and it also takes payments in person and by mail.
Can a Wichita bondsman post bond for a Maize case?
Yes. The bond is posted at the county jail in Wichita.
Do I need a lawyer for Maize Municipal Court?
It is your choice. The city says defendants may represent themselves, hire an attorney or request a continuance.
Call Case Bail Bonds
We are a family owned company run by Tyson and Rachel Case. Call (316) 900-1667 or visit 705 N Broadway, Wichita, KS 67214.
Sources
- City of Maize, Municipal Court
- Sedgwick County Sheriff, how to post bond for an inmate
- K.S.A. 12-4213, persons under arrest in municipal cases, Kansas Office of Revisor of Statutes
- K.S.A. 12-4301, appearance bonds in municipal court
- K.S.A. 22-2809b, compensated sureties
Court schedules change. Confirm dates with the Maize court. This article is general information, not legal advice.
