Bail Bonds in Anaheim, California — 2026 Guide
Anaheim is Orange County's largest city and one of the busiest arrest jurisdictions in Southern California. Arrests in Anaheim are handled by the Anaheim Police Department (APD) and, depending on the charge and jail capacity, defendants may be held at the APD facility before transfer to the Orange County Jail in Santa Ana.
What Happens After an Arrest in Anaheim
- APD booking — The defendant is processed at the Anaheim Police Department's detention facility at 425 S. Harbor Blvd
- Hold period — Defendants typically remain at APD for 6–18 hours while charges are formally entered
- County transfer — For felonies and longer sentences, defendants transfer to the Orange County Jail (Men's Central or Theo Lacy)
- Misdemeanor hold — Some misdemeanor defendants are cited and released from APD without transfer
For families, this two-step process means knowing which facility currently holds the defendant before contacting a bondsman.
Bail Amounts in Anaheim
Bail in Anaheim follows the Orange County bail schedule, which mirrors the California Judicial Council's statewide schedule with county-specific adjustments.
| Common Anaheim Charge | Typical Bail |
|---|---|
| DUI (first offense) | $5,000 |
| Assault (misdemeanor) | $10,000 |
| Drug possession | $10,000–$25,000 |
| Burglary (commercial) | $20,000 |
| Burglary (residential) | $50,000 |
| Felony DUI with injury | $100,000 |
Bail for charges at or near Disneyland or the Anaheim Convention Center may involve additional conditions or higher amounts due to the public venue nature of the arrest.
How to Find Someone Booked in Anaheim
- APD facility: Call Anaheim Police at (714) 765-1900 and ask for the jail or records unit
- Orange County Jail: Search the OCSD inmate locator once the defendant has transferred to county
A bail bondsman serving Anaheim will do this lookup for you immediately — you just need the defendant's full name and date of birth.
Weekend Bail in Anaheim
Weekend arrests in Anaheim follow the same process as weekday arrests. APD books 24/7. The key variable is whether bail has been set via the preset schedule (possible same-night release) or whether a judge must set bail at arraignment (wait for Monday court).
For most DUI and misdemeanor arrests — which are the most common Anaheim arrest types — the preset bail schedule applies and weekend release is routinely achievable.
Posting Bail for an Anaheim Arrest
Once the bail amount is confirmed:
- Contact a licensed Orange County bail bondsman
- Provide the defendant's name, facility, booking number, and bail amount
- Sign the indemnity agreement and pay the 10% premium
- The bondsman posts the bond at the APD facility or OC Jail
Bail bond agents serving Anaheim know both the APD facility and the OC Jail procedures and can time the posting to the defendant's current location.
Legal Resources
- California Penal Code § 825 — 48-Hour Arraignment Rule
- OCSD Inmate Locator
- California Department of Insurance — Bail Agent License Verification
- Nolo — Understanding Bail in California
For informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Consult a licensed California criminal defense attorney for advice specific to your situation.