Bonds


Georgia law §17-6-15 provides the Sheriff the authority to establish, publish, and regulate the guidelines and rules for bonding arrested individuals. The administration of this process is performed by the Bonding Administration personnel of the Sheriff's Office.

There are mutiple methods for obtaining the release of an individual incarcerated in the Cobb County Jail. The act requires an individual to ensure the appearance of the arrested individual for all court appearances until adjudication. The obligating individual(s) are known as the surety. The individual being released from custody is referred to as the principal.

The methods available are:

  • Cash bond
  • Property bond
  • Out of county property bond
  • Professional bond
  • Driver's License Collateral
  • Pretrial Release

    • Multiple bonds may be required to gain the release of any one incarcerated individual. This is dependant upon the charges against the individual. Each bond has additional fees known as surcharges. In addition, there is a non-refundable bond fee of $13.00 per bond instrument written.

    Cash Bond

    Cash in the full amount of the bond, which will be returned by the court to the surety when the appearance requirements of the bond have been fulfilled. Checks and credit cards are NOT accepted.

    Property Bond

    The private property being offered as a gurantee for the principal to appear in court MUST be located in Cobb County, Georgia. Every individual listed on the warranty deed or tax receipt must be present to sign the related documents. The documents required for acceptance are: 1) Warranty Deed and current tax bill, Quit Claim deed if applicable; 2) Picture identification issued by government entity. These documents must be presented at the Cobb County Jail by all individuals listed on the warranty deed or tax receipt.

    Out of County Property Bond

    An "Out of County" property bond is like the typical property bond with the exception of some requirements. The property being offered as a gurantee of the principals appearance is located outside of Cobb County. (e.g. Fulton, Dekalb, or any of the 159 counties in Georgia) In this case, the bond has to be prepared by the Sheriff of the county where the property is located. (e.g. Property in Paulding County will have to be prepared by the Paulding County Sheriff's Office) You will need to contact the Sheriff's Office of that county for their requirements. Bonds from a licensed bonding company of another county are not acceptable.

    Professional Bond

    A Professional Bond is posted by a company operating as a professional bonding company in Cobb County. The company must be registered and authorized by the Sheriff's Office of Cobb County. Any company is subject to being suspended from operation under the rules published by the Sheriff.

    Georgia law allows a professional bonding company to charge up to 12% for bonds no more than $10,000.00 and up to 15% for bonds in excess of $10,000. This non-refundable fee is above the actual costs associated with "posting" the bond.

    Bonding CompanyAddressContact InfoWebsite
    24/7 EASY TERMS BAIL BONDING2351 Austell Road
    Marietta, GA 30008    		Telephone: 770-436-2292
    Fax: 770-436-2242
    A 24 HOUR BONDING2208 Austell Road
    Marietta, GA 30008    		Telephone: 770-434-9665
    Fax: 770-434-8745
    Other:770-434-3965
    A 2ND CHANCE BAIL BONDS1409 Powder Springs Street
    Marietta, Georgia 30064    		Telephone: 770-627-3235
    Fax: 
    Other:770-423-1432    		WebSite
    Daniel@a2ndchancebailbonds.com
    AA BAIL BONDS809 Flint River Road, Suite 1
    Jonesboro, GA 30238    		Telephone: 770-435-5555
    Fax: 770-473-9388
    Other:770-473-1027
    ALLIED BONDING959 Overlook Circle
    Marietta, GA 30062    		Telephone: 404-319-0980
    Fax: 770-424-1665
    ANYTIME BONDING2357 Austell Road
    Marietta, GA 30008    		Telephone: 770-333-8589
    Fax: 770-801-0183
    Other:1-800-499-3558    		WebSite
    BOND GIRL BAIL BONDS2311 Austell Rd., SW
    Marietta, GA 30008    		Telephone: 770-794-0240
    Fax: 770-863-9720    		WebSite
    BOND JAMES BOND1485 County Services Parkway
    Marietta, GA 30008    		Telephone: 678-354-0070
    Fax: 770-387-2155
    Other:1-800-356-8110    		WebSite
    CLARK BONDINGPMB 202 3600 Dallas Hwy., Suite 230
    Marietta, GA 30064    		Telephone: 770-425-1047
    Fax: 770-218-5731    		clarkbail@msn.com
    HOTLANTA BONDING COMPANY2674 Austell Road, Suite A
    Marietta, GA 30008    		Telephone: 770-434-2188
    Fax: 770-434-2231
    JOE RAY BONDING1115 Powder Springs Road
    Marietta, GA 30064    		Telephone: 770-422-7808
    Fax: 770-338-0431
    LIGHTHOUSE BAIL BONDS2291 Austell Road, Suite 102
    Marietta, GA 30008    		Telephone: 770-436-1115
    Fax: 770-436-1711
    Other:770-436-1102
    SPRING U BONDING2501 E. Piedmont Road
    Marietta, GA 30062    		Telephone: 770-427-6475
    Fax: 770-516-7099

    Driver's License Collateral

    The principal may use a valid Georgia Driver’s License as bond if charged with a misdemeanor offense (exception: DUI); in custody for a minimum of 5 days, bond amount is $1,000.00 or less (including surcharges). Any failure to appear will result in suspension of license.

    Pretrial Release

    In the event an individual is unable to arrange for release, the incarcerated person may request an interview with a representative of the Cobb County Pretrial Court Service Agency. The incarcerated individual will be contacted between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Monday through Friday) by Pretrial personnel. For those seeking release through Pretrial, an interview is required. After the investigation is completed, the court may authorize a reduction in your bond or you may be recommended for release either through the Conditional Release Program or by posting a 10% cash bond. A defendant posting a 10% cash bond with the court will be refunded approximately 90% of his deposit upon completing the requirements of the bond. Both 10% releases and individuals on Conditional Release will be supervised by Pretrial Court Services' personnel until their case is completed.

    Contact Information

    Cobb County Jail -- Bonding Information
    Cobb County Sheriff's Office
    1825 County Services Parkway Google Map
    Marietta, Georgia 30060

    Telephone: (770) 499-4255
    Facsimile: (770) 499-4201


    Peggy O'Daniels
    Cobb County Sheriff's Office
    Public Safety Building, Second Floor
    185 Roswell Street
    Marietta, Georgia 30060

    Telephone: (770) 499-4623
    Facsimile: (770) 499-4796


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    Updated: 10/10/2005

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