How to post a bond:  

If the inmate’s charges have a bond amount, the inmate can post bond or have someone post bond to facilitate his/her release.

Surety Bonds are accepted from registered bonding agents. A list of registered bonding agents is located in the enclosed case just outside of the Public Lobby area. You may also refer to the telephone book or internet. The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office cannot and will not recommend a bonding agent.

Cash Bonds are accepted in the full amount of the bond. In order to post a cash bond, you will need to present a valid photo I.D. The following only is accepted:

  • Bank Checks
  • Traveler’s Checks issued by an American bank
  • Cash (Bills may be checked for possible counterfeit bills.)
  • Money Orders
Bank Checks, Traveler’s Checks or Money Orders must be made payable to the Clerk of the Circuit Court. These checks must identify that the funds are to be used for an inmate’s bond; include the inmate’s name and docket number on the face of the check; and include the depositor’s name and full address. No personal checks will be accepted.