Bail Bonds in Delaware, Ohio — 24/7

Arrested in Delaware, Ohio? The Bail Bond Center posts bail 24/7 — call 877-968-9255. Delaware arrests are booked into the Delaware County jail; the premium is 10% of the bail amount.

How bail works after a Delaware arrest

In the City of Delaware, Ohio — the county seat of Delaware County, about 30 miles north of Columbus — most local arrests are made by the Delaware Police Department (70 N. Union St.). After booking, anyone held in custody is transported to the Delaware County Jail, operated by the Delaware County Sheriff's Office. Misdemeanor and traffic charges originating inside the city are arraigned at the Delaware Municipal Court, also at 70 N. Union St., where a judge sets bond. Felony cases are bound over to the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas for further proceedings. Once a judge sets a surety bond, a licensed Ohio bail bondsman can post it; in Ohio the standard bail bond premium is 10% of the face amount of the bond (for example, $500 on a $5,000 bond), which is set by state regulation and is non-refundable. The bondsman files the bond with the jail and the court, and the defendant is released pending their court date. Knowing whether the case is in Delaware Municipal Court (misdemeanor) or Delaware County Common Pleas (felony) helps determine where the bond must be filed and which docket to follow.

Delaware Municipal Court (Delaware arraignments)

Misdemeanor and city charges from a Delaware arrest are arraigned at Delaware Municipal Court, 70 N. Union St., Delaware, OH 43015 (740-203-1570). Felony charges are bound over to the Delaware County felony court. Case lookup: Delaware court records.

Areas we serve in Delaware

Delaware is home to Ohio Wesleyan University and the historic downtown along N. Sandusky St., and it hosts the Little Brown Jug harness race at the Delaware County Fairgrounds each September.

Frequently asked questions

Who do I call to bail someone out in Delaware, Ohio?

Call a licensed Ohio bail bondsman at 877-968-9255 for help posting bond. You'll need the defendant's full name and the amount of the bond, which is set by the court after arraignment. The bondsman files the surety bond with the Delaware County Jail and the appropriate court.

Which court handles Delaware arrests?

Misdemeanor and traffic charges that arise within the City of Delaware are handled by the Delaware Municipal Court at 70 N. Union St. Felony charges are transferred to the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas. Defendants are held at the Delaware County Jail until bond is posted.