How to Get Out of a Bond Agreement at Glynn County Detention Center
Signed as a surety and need out of that bond obligation before the court date? Glynn County's process is straightforward—but it has one non-negotiable first step.
To get out of a surety agreement before the court date, you must physically return the defendant to the Glynn County Detention Center (GCDC). There's no paperwork-only option that removes you from the bond while the defendant stays out. Your obligation ends when you bring them back into custody.
Tip: Before you transport anyone back to the jail, confirm you’re following the right intake process and timing. If you’re worried about safety or cooperation, consider coordinating with the appropriate authorities rather than trying to handle it alone.
After you return the defendant off-bond at GCDC, the Sheriff's Office will give you two documents: an off-bond receipt and a lien cancellation document. The receipt proves you completed the off-bond return. The lien cancellation document is what you'll need for the next step - formally clearing the lien tied to the bond.
Take the lien cancellation document to the Clerk of Superior Court and file it. You'll pay a $25 fee per lien. This step puts the lien cancellation into the court record - don't skip it. Returning the defendant gets you the paperwork, but filing is what actually completes the lien cancellation.
- ✓ Lien cancellation document (issued after you return the defendant off-bond)
- ✓ Off-bond receipt (issued after you return the defendant off-bond)
- ✓ Payment for the Clerk of Superior Court filing fee: $25 per lien
One limit to know upfront: the Sheriff's Office cannot arrest a defendant just to release you from your bond obligation. If you want out of the surety agreement, it still comes back to the same requirement - you must physically return the defendant to GCDC.
After filing, keep your paperwork. Hold onto the off-bond receipt and proof that you filed the lien cancellation with the Clerk of Superior Court - including the receipt showing you paid the $25 per-lien fee. If questions come up later, these records are your backup.
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