Scioto County Court of Common Pleas Bail Bonds & Bond Information

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

After arraignment at Scioto County Court of Common Pleas

In Scioto County, the initial arraignment and bond-setting for cases arising in the Portsmouth area typically occur in the Portsmouth Municipal Court (728 2nd St, Portsmouth, OH 45662; 740-354-3283), a court of limited jurisdiction that handles misdemeanors (up to 12 months incarceration) and conducts arraignments and preliminary hearings in felony cases before they are transferred. At arraignment, the judge advises the defendant of the charges and sets bond, considering factors such as the seriousness of the offense, flight risk, and criminal history. For felonies, the case proceeds through a preliminary hearing in municipal court and/or grand jury review; once probable cause is established or an indictment is returned, the case is bound over to the Scioto County Court of Common Pleas (General Division) at 602 7th St, Portsmouth, OH 45662. A Common Pleas judge then handles arraignment on the indictment and may set, modify, or continue bond for the felony matter. The Scioto County Clerk of Courts (Room 205, 602 7th St; 740-355-8218) maintains the official case records. Confirm specific bond and hearing details with the appropriate court.

Frequently asked questions

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

Scioto County Court of Common Pleas sets cash bonds, 10% surety bonds, and personal recognizance. In Scioto County, the initial arraignment and bond-setting for cases arising in the Portsmouth area typically occur in the Portsmouth Municipal Court (728 2nd St, Portsmouth, OH 45662; 740-354-3283), a court of limited jurisdiction that handles misdemeanors (up to 12 months incarceration) and conducts arraignments and preliminary hearings in felony cases before they are transferred. At arraignment, the judge advises the defendant of the charges and sets bond, considering factors such as the seriousness of the offense, flight risk, and criminal history. For felonies, the case proceeds through a preliminary hearing in municipal court and/or grand jury review; once probable cause is established or an indictment is returned, the case is bound over to the Scioto County Court of Common Pleas (General Division) at 602 7th St, Portsmouth, OH 45662. A Common Pleas judge then handles arraignment on the indictment and may set, modify, or continue bond for the felony matter. The Scioto County Clerk of Courts (Room 205, 602 7th St; 740-355-8218) maintains the official case records. Confirm specific bond and hearing details with the appropriate court.

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

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