Gallia County Court of Common Pleas Bail Bonds & Bond Information

If a defendant was arraigned at Gallia County Court of Common Pleas (Gallia County (felony criminal cases)), The Bail Bond Center posts the bond 24/7 — call 877-968-9255. Gallia County Court of Common Pleas sets cash bonds, 10% surety bonds, and personal recognizance.

After arraignment at Gallia County Court of Common Pleas

Initial appearance and arraignment for most arrests, including the first appearance on felony charges, are typically handled by the Gallipolis Municipal Court (518 Second Ave., Gallipolis, OH 45631; 740-446-9400), which sets bond on misdemeanors and conducts preliminary matters. Felony cases proceed to the Gallia County Court of Common Pleas (18 Locust St., Gallipolis) after a preliminary hearing or grand jury indictment binds the case over. At arraignment, the judge sets or reviews bond based on the offense's severity, the defendant's flight risk, and prior record, and may impose recognizance (OR), unsecured, cash, or surety bond. The Common Pleas Court handles the felony case from indictment through trial and sentencing. Defendants and families should confirm the bond amount, hearing schedule, and accepted payment methods directly with the appropriate court clerk.

Frequently asked questions

How are bonds set at Gallia County Court of Common Pleas?

Gallia County Court of Common Pleas sets cash bonds, 10% surety bonds, and personal recognizance. Initial appearance and arraignment for most arrests, including the first appearance on felony charges, are typically handled by the Gallipolis Municipal Court (518 Second Ave., Gallipolis, OH 45631; 740-446-9400), which sets bond on misdemeanors and conducts preliminary matters. Felony cases proceed to the Gallia County Court of Common Pleas (18 Locust St., Gallipolis) after a preliminary hearing or grand jury indictment binds the case over. At arraignment, the judge sets or reviews bond based on the offense's severity, the defendant's flight risk, and prior record, and may impose recognizance (OR), unsecured, cash, or surety bond. The Common Pleas Court handles the felony case from indictment through trial and sentencing. Defendants and families should confirm the bond amount, hearing schedule, and accepted payment methods directly with the appropriate court clerk.

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

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