California Bail Bonds — 334 Directory Listings

Bail Bond Laws in California

Premium Rate 10%

Bail Bonds Legal Yes

Licensing Authority California Department of Insurance

Directory Listings 334

10% premium set by law. Largest bail bond market in the US. SB 10 attempted reform but was rejected by voters in 2020.

License data sourced from California Department of Insurance.

Bail Bond Guide for California

Average Bail Amounts in California

Misdemeanor$1,000 - $10,000

Felony$10,000 - $250,000

DUI / DWI$5,000 - $15,000

Court System

California has a unified superior court system in each county. Los Angeles County, with the largest jail system in the country, processes thousands of bail bonds weekly. Each county maintains its own bail schedule setting standard amounts by offense.

Jail Release Times

Release times vary significantly by county. LA County's Twin Towers jail averages 8-16 hours after bond posting. Smaller counties may release within 2-4 hours. Weekend and holiday processing is slower.

Licensing & Regulation

California bail bond premiums are strictly regulated at 10% by the California Department of Insurance. Bail agents must complete a pre-licensing course, pass a state exam, and maintain a $10,000 surety bond. SB 10 attempted to eliminate cash bail but was rejected by voters in 2020.

Top Cities for Bail Bonds in California

All Cities with Bail Bond Agents in California

Bakersfield 19 Sacramento 19 Los Angeles 18 Fresno 17 Riverside 17 San Diego 17 Stockton 12 Long Beach 11 San Jose 11 Oakland 8 San Francisco 8 Salinas 7 San Bernardino 7 Murrieta 6 Lancaster 5 Modesto 5 Palmdale 5 Santa Ana 5 Visalia 5 Anaheim 4 Fontana 4 Hanford 4 Auburn 3 Chula Vista 3 El Monte 3 Fairfield 3 Hayward 3 Hemet 3 Indio 3 Irvine 3 Rancho Cucamonga 3 Redding 3 Redwood City 3 Roseville 3 San Luis Obispo 3 Simi Valley 3 Temecula 3 Chico 2 Compton 2 Corona 2 El Centro 2 Gilroy 2 Madera 2 Merced 2 Moreno Valley 2 National City 2 Petaluma 2 Placerville 2 Pleasanton 2 Pomona 2 San Rafael 2 Santa Cruz 2 Santa Rosa 2 Tulare 2 Ventura 2 Victorville 2 Walnut Creek 2 West Covina 2 Yuba City 2 Bellflower 1 Berkeley 1 Carlsbad 1 Concord 1 Costa Mesa 1 Downey 1 El Cajon 1 Escondido 1 Fremont 1 French Camp 1 Hollister 1 Inglewood 1 Lake Elsinore 1 Napa 1 Norco 1 Norwalk 1 Oceanside 1 Oxnard 1 Perris 1 Poway 1 Redlands 1 Rocklin 1 San Jacinto 1 San Marcos 1 Santa Barbara 1 Santee 1 Torrance 1 Vallejo 1 Vista 1 Whittier 1 Woodland 1

Top Bail Bond Agents in California

A Allan Wolf Bail Bonds Bakersfield (661) 325-4401 ABBA Bail Bonds Bakersfield Bakersfield (661) 902-2900 Abba Bail Bonds Bakersfield Bakersfield (661) 902-2900 Absolute Bail Bonds Bakersfield Bakersfield (661) 631-2245 Acme Bail Bonds Sacramento Sacramento (916) 381-0021

Bail Bonds in Neighboring States

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

Arizona 63 agents Nevada 46 agents

Frequently Asked Questions About Bail Bonds in California

How much does a bail bond cost in California?

Our state reference lists a premium rate of 10%. 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 California?

Use BailBondsHub to browse directory records in California 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 California?

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 California?

The most common types of bail bonds in California 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.