Franklin County Municipal Court Bail Bonds & Bond Information

If a defendant was arraigned at Franklin County Municipal Court (City of Columbus and Franklin County), The Bail Bond Center posts the bond 24/7 — call 877-968-9255. Franklin County Municipal Court sets cash bonds, 10% surety bonds, and personal recognizance.

After arraignment at Franklin County Municipal Court

The Franklin County Municipal Court handles misdemeanor criminal offenses, traffic violations, and civil disputes for Columbus and Franklin County at 375 South High Street; felony cases are bound over to the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas. Bond payments can be made through the Clerk of Courts office, or The Bail Bond Center can post a surety bond at the Franklin County jail 24/7 so release is not delayed until court hours.

Frequently asked questions

How are bonds set at Franklin County Municipal Court?

Franklin County Municipal Court sets cash bonds, 10% surety bonds, and personal recognizance. The Franklin County Municipal Court handles misdemeanor criminal offenses, traffic violations, and civil disputes for Columbus and Franklin County at 375 South High Street; felony cases are bound over to the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas. Bond payments can be made through the Clerk of Courts office, or The Bail Bond Center can post a surety bond at the Franklin County jail 24/7 so release is not delayed until court hours.

What does a bail bond cost for a Franklin County case?

10% of the bail amount, set by the Ohio Dept. of Insurance under Ohio Revised Code 3905.85.