Ohio law sets a process for judges to deny bail. The judge must hold a hearing and listen to evidence from prosecutors and defense attorneys.(iii) Where the warrant is silent as to the posting of bail, requires that the arrested person be held without bail, the arrested person chooses not to post. The initial concept of bail (the practice of releasing a person from jail prior to their court date) is centuries old. In the pretrial context, this is usually a promise to appear at all future court dates. Some bonds require no collateral or upfront payment,. Do not send cash through the mail. Bring your bond papers and a picture ID to the Clerk's office. Fill out the bond return paperwork.