How to Pay or Post Bond in Orangeburg County (Law Enforcement Complex, 1520 Ellis Ave)
Trying to get someone released after an arrest in Orangeburg County? You'll deal with two places: Bond Court (where bond gets set) and the Central office (where you pay or post it). Here's what you need to know about hours, location, and what happens when you arrive.
The Orangeburg County Law Enforcement Complex is at 1520 Ellis Avenue, Orangeburg, SC 29118. This is where Bond Court is held.
Bond hearings happen daily from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm at the Law Enforcement Complex. If you're waiting for bond to be set, that's the window to watch.
Once bond is set, you can pay or post it at the Central office Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Show up outside those hours and you'll have to wait until they reopen.
- Go to the Orangeburg County Law Enforcement Complex - Head to 1520 Ellis Avenue, Orangeburg, SC 29118.
- Ask to be directed to the Central office for bond - Bonds may be paid or posted at the Central office Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
- Plan your timing around the bond process - Bond hearings run daily from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm, and payment/posting happens through the Central office during its weekday hours.
- ✓ Bring a valid photo ID.
- ✓ If you’re cutting it close to closing time, call ahead before you drive over - bond payment/posting is handled at the Central office Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
When you arrive, expect controlled entry. Only one person is allowed in the front lobby at a time, and a deputy at the entrance will direct you. Follow their instructions and be ready to wait if someone's already being helped.
Orangeburg County accepts cash, money orders, certified checks, or credit cards (online) for court-related payments like traffic tickets. Personal checks aren't accepted. If you're mailing a payment, use a money order or certified check - never cash.
Caution: If you mail a payment, send a money order or certified check - do not mail cash.
If you're a victim with questions about a bond hearing or preliminary hearing, contact the Victim Assistance Coordinators at 1032 Chestnut Street in Orangeburg. Call 803-534-1511 - they work with Magistrate's Bond Court and can help victims appearing at hearings.
The lobby limits crowding by letting in one person at a time. A deputy at the entrance directs you where to go. If you're coming with family or friends, they'll need to wait outside while one person handles the bond or payment inside.
After Posting
- ✓ Keep any receipt or paperwork you’re given after you pay or post bond.
- ✓ If you have timing questions, confirm details during Central office hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm).
- ✓ If you’re a victim with questions about a bond or preliminary hearing, contact Victim Assistance at 803-534-1511.
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