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Bailing Someone Out of Belmont County Jail: Fees, Exact-Change Rule, and Bonding Companies

Getting someone released from Belmont County Jail comes down to knowing the bond type, the fees, and bringing the right payment. Here's what to prepare before you go.

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A cash bond at Belmont County Jail means paying the full amount upfront, in cash only. No partial payments. Confirm the exact total before you head in.

A surety bond works differently. You'll pay a bonding company a portion of the bond in cash and put up collateral to cover the rest. The bonding company handles the paperwork and brings it to the jail to start the release.

Either way, expect extra fees. Belmont County Jail charges a one-time $3.00 non-refundable fee plus a state-mandated $25.00 bond fee.

Exact-change rule: If you’re paying the bond in cash, bring exact change. The jail will not be able to make change for you.

Need a bonding company? Call the jail at 740-695-5124 and ask for their approved bonding company list.

Pre Bail Checklist

  • ✓ Confirm whether the bond is cash bond or surety bond, so you know what payment is allowed.
  • ✓ If it’s a cash bond, bring the full bond amount in cash only.
  • ✓ If you’re paying cash, bring exact change. The jail will not make change.
  • ✓ Plan to pay the one-time $3.00 non-refundable fee and the state-mandated $25.00 bond fee.
  • ✓ If you need a bondsman, call 740-695-5124 to get the list of approved bonding companies for Belmont County.

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