North Carolina Bail Bonds — 192 Directory Listings

Bail Bond Laws in North Carolina

Premium Rate 10-15%

Bail Bonds Legal Yes

Licensing Authority North Carolina Department of Insurance

Directory Listings 192

Premiums 10-15%. Active market. Bail agents must pass state exam.

License data sourced from North Carolina Department of Insurance.

Bail Bond Guide for North Carolina

Average Bail Amounts in North Carolina

Misdemeanor$500 - $5,000

Felony$5,000 - $100,000

DUI / DWI$1,000 - $5,000

Court System

North Carolina has a unified court system with district courts handling misdemeanors and superior courts handling felonies. Mecklenburg County (Charlotte) and Wake County (Raleigh) process the highest bail bond volumes.

Jail Release Times

After posting bail in North Carolina, release typically takes 4-8 hours depending on the county. Mecklenburg County Jail may take up to 12 hours during weekends.

Licensing & Regulation

North Carolina has two types of bail bondsmen: Professional Bail Bondsmen (who pledge their own assets) and Surety Bail Bondsmen (who work with insurance companies). Both must be licensed through the NC Department of Insurance. Premium rates are typically 10-15%.

Top Cities for Bail Bonds in North Carolina

All Cities with Bail Bond Agents in North Carolina

Raleigh 15 Wilmington 13 Charlotte 10 Greensboro 9 Winston-Salem 9 Sanford 8 Fayetteville 6 Shelby 6 Statesville 6 Hendersonville 5 Smithfield 5 Thomasville 4 Waynesville 4 Burlington 3 Dunn 3 Durham 3 Mocksville 3 New Bern 3 Albemarle 2 Asheville 2 Belmont 2 Bryson City 2 Concord 2 Elizabeth City 2 Forest City 2 Goldsboro 2 Greenville 2 Kinston 2 Lincolnton 2 Marion 2 Monroe 2 Mount Airy 2 Murphy 2 Reidsville 2 Rocky Mount 2 Rutherfordton 2 Sylva 2 Andrews 1 Asheboro 1 Bessemer City 1 Black Mountain 1 Carrboro 1 Chapel Hill 1 Cherryville 1 Conover 1 Cramerton 1 Elon 1 Erwin 1 Gastonia 1 Gibsonville 1 Graham 1 Henderson 1 Hickory 1 Jacksonville 1 Kannapolis 1 Laurinburg 1 Lexington 1 Lillington 1 Lowell 1 Lumberton 1 Maiden 1 Mcadenville 1 Mebane 1 Mooresville 1 Mount Holly 1 Newton 1 Old Fort 1 Pittsboro 1 Rockingham 1 Salisbury 1 Siler City 1 Spindale 1 State Road 1 Swannanoa 1 Weaverville 1 Wilson 1

Top Bail Bond Agents in North Carolina

24 Hour Bail Bonds NC Raleigh Raleigh (919) 832-0651 Ace Bail Bonding Raleigh (919) 337-2862 Amistad Bail Bonds Raleigh (919) 790-6887 Bail Bonds Raleigh NC Raleigh (919) 201-4441 Carolina Bail Group Raleigh (919) 948-7821

Bail Bonds in Neighboring States

Looking for bail bond agents near the North Carolina border? Browse agents in these neighboring states:

Georgia 180 agents South Carolina 130 agents Tennessee 181 agents Virginia 49 agents

Frequently Asked Questions About Bail Bonds in North Carolina

How much does a bail bond cost in North Carolina?

Our state reference lists a premium rate of 10-15%. Permitted rates, fees and terms can change or depend on the transaction. Confirm current rules with the licensing authority and obtain written terms before paying.

How do I find a bail bondsman in North Carolina?

Use BailBondsHub to browse directory records in North Carolina by city or county. Confirm current licensing and hours with the state regulator and provider. The relevant court or jail may also publish current instructions.

Can I get a bail bond with no money down in North Carolina?

Payment, financing and collateral policies are not independently verified for each listing. Ask the provider for complete written costs and obligations before signing.

What types of bail bonds are available in North Carolina?

The most common types of bail bonds in North Carolina include: Surety bonds (through a bail bondsman), cash bonds (full amount paid to court), property bonds (using real estate as collateral), and federal bonds (for federal offenses). Immigration bonds are handled separately through ICE.