Posting bond at Montgomery County Jail: where, when, and payment rules
Posting bond is usually time-sensitive. Here's the quick rundown on where to go at Montgomery County Jail, when you can pay, and the payment rules that catch people off guard.
You can post bond at Montgomery County Jail 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Go to the Inmate Property Room Window in the jail lobby - that’s the location the jail uses for bond posting around the clock. Before you head over, call (937) 224-8447 to check the bond amount so you’re not guessing when you arrive.
Ohio House Bill 1 adds a Bail Surcharge on top of your bond amount. This is separate from the bond itself and any court costs - it can run as high as $85 per bond. You'll need to pay it when you post, not later. Factor this into what you bring.
Warning: Montgomery County Jail won't accept personal checks for bond. Not sure what they do take? Call (937) 224-8447 before you drive over.
Quick Checklist
- ✓ Call (937) 224-8447 to confirm the exact bond amount before you go
- ✓ Plan to pay the Ohio Bail Surcharge (up to $85 per bond) at the time you post bond, on top of the bond amount and court costs
- ✓ Confirm acceptable payment methods ahead of time - personal checks are not accepted
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