Clayton County Bail Bonds

1. Collect Bail Details: Contact Clayton County Jail or utilize the Clayton County Jail online inmate search tool to learn about the required bail amount and if the individual is eligible for bail.
2. Contact Free At Last: Reach out to us at Free At Last immediately and provide any information you have including the name of your friend or loved one, where they are being detained, and the nature of the crime. Our team will help you handle any necessary paperwork.
3. Submit Payment: Provide payment to Free At Last via cash, check, credit, or debit for a small fraction of the total bail amount set by the court (usually 10 – 30%). This allows us to secure the release of your friend or relative.
4. Your Loved One is “Free At Last”!  Once you’ve completed the above 3 steps, you can pick up your friend or loved one from jail. Remember, it’s crucial that the defendant appears in court as scheduled. Failure to do so may result in the forfeiture of the cash bail or collateral.

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Bail refers to the amount of money set by the court that must be paid to secure the release of a detained individual awaiting trial. A bond, on the other hand, is an alternative to paying the full bail amount. A bondsman or bail bond agency can post a bond on behalf of the defendant. The person seeking the bond usually pays a percentage of the bail amount (typically around 10%) to the bail bond agency, which then guarantees the full bail amount to the court.

The cost of bailing someone out of Clayton County Jail in Georgia varies based on the offense and bail bond fees. Bail bond fees are capped at 12% for bonds under $10,000 and 15% for those over $10,000. For minor offenses with bail up to $1,000, a driver’s license can serve as collateral. Estimated bail amounts range from $200 to $500 for public intoxication, $500 to $2,500 for drug possession or DWI/DUI, $2,500 to $10,000 for assault, $20,000 to $50,000 for burglary, $25,000 to $100,000 for robbery, and up to $1 million or no bail for murder. These costs can vary based on the individual’s circumstances and criminal history.

You can find out if someone has already posted bail by contacting the Clayton County Jail directly or using their online inmate search.

Clayton County Sheriff’s Office

Harold R. Banke Justice Center

9157 Tara Boulevard

Jonesboro, GA 30236

Phone: (770) 477-4479

Fax: (770) 477-4596

Release time can vary even after the bond is approved and posted. Most delays come from jail intake procedures, identity checks, medical screening, shift changes, and how busy the facility is at that moment. In general, release can take a few hours, and sometimes longer during nights, weekends, or holidays. A bail bond agency can often help you avoid avoidable delays by making sure the paperwork and jail requirements are handled correctly the first time.

Having the right details upfront helps speed things up. If possible, gather

• The person’s full legal name and date of birth
• The facility where they are being held
• Their booking number, if available
• The charge or reason for arrest
• The bail amount and bond type, if you already have it

If you do not have everything, you can still start the process. We can help locate the booking and confirm bond details using what you have.

Read more: How to Bail Someone Out

Missing court can lead to serious consequences. The court may issue a bench warrant, and the bond can be forfeited. That can place financial responsibility on the person who signed for the bond and may trigger efforts to return the defendant to custody. If someone cannot make a court date for a valid reason, it is important to address it immediately with their attorney and the bail bond agency so the next steps are clear and documented.

Read more: What Happens If You Miss Court While You Are out on Bail?