Bail Bonds in Lorain, Ohio — 24/7

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

How bail works after a Lorain arrest

In the city of Lorain, an arrest is typically made by the Lorain Police Department, headquartered at 100 W Erie Ave on the Lake Erie waterfront. After booking, the arrested person is transported to the Lorain County Jail, which is operated by the Lorain County Sheriff's Office at 9896 Murray Ridge Rd in Elyria, the county seat about ten miles south of the city of Lorain. Misdemeanor and city-ordinance charges arising within Lorain are arraigned at the Lorain Municipal Court, located downtown at 200 W Erie Ave, where a judge sets bail. Felony cases are bound over to the Lorain County Court of Common Pleas, also in Elyria, for further proceedings. In Ohio, licensed surety bail bond agents charge a standard 10% premium of the total bond amount, set by state regulation. Because the jail and the Common Pleas court sit in Elyria rather than in the city of Lorain itself, families bailing out a loved one should confirm whether the case is being held at the Municipal Court in Lorain or has moved to the county facilities in Elyria.

Lorain Municipal Court (Lorain arraignments)

Misdemeanor and city charges from a Lorain arrest are arraigned at Lorain Municipal Court, 200 W Erie Ave, 2nd Floor, Lorain, OH 44052 (440-204-2140). Felony charges are bound over to the Lorain County felony court. Case lookup: Lorain court records.

Areas we serve in Lorain

Lorain sits on Lake Erie at the mouth of the Black River, with landmarks including Lakeview Park, the Lorain Palace Theatre, and the Charles Berry Bascule Bridge in the historic downtown.

Frequently asked questions

Who do I call to bail someone out in Lorain?

Call a licensed Ohio surety bail bond agent at 877-968-9255 for help posting bond. First confirm where your loved one is held, usually the Lorain County Jail in Elyria, and the bond amount set at arraignment. An agent can then post the bond on your behalf for the standard 10% premium.

Which court handles Lorain arrests?

Misdemeanor and city-ordinance charges from a Lorain arrest are handled by the Lorain Municipal Court at 200 W Erie Ave in Lorain. Felony charges are transferred to the Lorain County Court of Common Pleas in Elyria, the county seat. Bail is set at the arraignment in whichever court has jurisdiction.