HOW BAIL WORKS
IN CALIFORNIA

From arrest to release, here's exactly what to expect.

When a loved one is arrested, the process can feel
confusing and overwhelming.

Our licensed bail agents are available 24/7
to guide you through every step and help get your
loved one home as quickly as possible.

THE BAIL PROCESS

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SOMEONE 
IS ARRESTED

The arrested individual
is taken to a local police station or county jail
where they are booked
into the system.

During booking, fingerprints, photographs, and personal information are collected.
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BAIL AMOUNT
IS SET

The bail amount may be determined by the charge or charges involved in the arrest. Bail is typically set according to:

- The County Bail Schedule

- A Judge

- The Court

The final bail amount can vary depending on the charges and other individual factors related to the case.
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CONTACT HOUSE
OF BAIL BONDS

Call us anytime.
We'll help verify:

- Jail location

- Booking number

- Bail amount

- Charges

- Bail Eligibility

Even if you don't
have all the information,
we can usually help
locate the person.
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COMPLETE  
PAPERWORK

Most paperwork can be completed:

- Online

- Electronically

- Over the phone

No need to spend hours driving around.
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WE POST 
THE BOND

Once the paperwork and payment arrangements are complete, we post
the bail bond with
the appropriate jail or court facility.

This allows you to
avoid paying the full
bail amount directly
to the court.

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RELEASE 
FROM JAIL

Once the bond is posted,
the jail processes the
release.

The release times
will vary by facility.

City Jails: often
release in 30 minutes
to 1 hour

County Jails: commonly take 4 to 8 hours
(but can also be
longer)

Processing times are determined by the
jail, not by House of Bail Bonds.

HOW MUCH DOES A BAIL BOND
COST IN CALIFORNIA?

In California, the premium is generally 10% of the bail amount,
with qualified clients potentially eligible for approved discounts
under applicable regulations.

BAIL AMOUNT

10% PREMIUM

$10,000
$1,000
$25,000
$2,500
$50,000
$5,000
$100,000
$10,000
$250,000
$25,000

AFTER RELEASE ON BAIL

The defendant must:
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Check in with House of Bail Bonds within 24 hours of release.
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Attend every court appearance
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Follow all the orders of the court
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Stay in communication with House of Bail Bonds
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Once the case is complete and all court
obligations are satisfied, the bond is exonerated.
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Most Bail Bonds can be completed remotely in just minutes.