Santa Monica Bail Bonds
Santa Monica police run a 24-hour jail at their Olympic Drive headquarters, where most local arrests are booked. A licensed agent answers every call, any hour.
After an Arrest in Santa Monica
Santa Monica is patrolled by its own police department, headquartered at the Public Safety Facility, 333 Olympic Dr.
People arrested by Santa Monica police are usually booked at the city's 24-hour jail in the same building. The department follows LA Superior Court's pre-arraignment release rules, so many people are released without bail. Those who stay in custody may later be moved to a county jail.
Santa Monica criminal cases are heard at a nearby courthouse with criminal departments, such as the Airport Courthouse, 11701 S. La Cienega Blvd., near LAX. The release paperwork shows the court and date, and we're glad to double-check it.
Our nearest office is in Santa Ana. Everything can be signed from your phone, so you can start the bond from home, from work or from the jail lobby.
Our Nearest Office and the Santa Monica Jail
Santa Ana
Santa Monica City Jail
Los Angeles County Jails We Serve
Santa Monica arrests start at the city jail. Anyone held past arraignment goes into county custody, and arrests in neighboring cities may run through other city jails or Sheriff's stations.
We post bonds at every jail in Los Angeles County. Not sure where they are? Call and we'll find them.
Nearby Cities We Serve
How It Works
Call Us
We confirm where your loved one is held and the bail amount, then gather what we need to get started.
Sign by Phone
We explain your options and complete the paperwork with you, securely by phone or online.
We Post the Bond
A local agent posts the bond with the Santa Monica City Jail or the facility holding your loved one, and we keep you updated throughout.
Release
Once the bond is posted, the jail processes the release. We explain what comes next, including court dates.
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Santa Monica Arrests: What Happens Next
What usually happens after a Santa Monica arrest, and the official places to check on someone.
Santa Monica Police Department
SMPD has its own jail at this address for adult men and women. Jail staff answer questions about someone in custody at (310) 458-8482.
Inmate Reception Center
If they aren't released locally, men usually go to the county's Inmate Reception Center downtown and women to Century Regional Detention Facility in Lynwood.
Airport Courthouse
This nearby courthouse hears criminal cases, but Santa Monica matters may be assigned elsewhere. The paperwork names the court, and we'll confirm it with you.
Common Questions
Where are people arrested in Santa Monica taken?
Santa Monica police book adults at the city jail inside the Public Safety Facility, 333 Olympic Dr. If the arrest was made by another agency, or the person has already been moved, we'll track down where they are.
How do I check the court date for a Santa Monica case?
Enter the case number in the LA Superior Court's online case lookup to see upcoming hearings. If you only have a name, the court's defendant-name search finds the case number for a fee. The citation or release paperwork also lists the date.
Who can tell me if someone is still at the Santa Monica Jail?
SMPD jail staff handle inmate information at (310) 458-8482. If the person has already moved to county custody, the Sheriff's inmate locator will show it, and we can check for you.
How long does release from the Santa Monica jail take?
There's no fixed timeline. It depends on how busy the jail is and whether a hold or court review is involved. As soon as bail is set, we post the bond and keep you posted until they walk out.
Is bail still required in Los Angeles County?
Since Oct 1, 2023, LA Superior Court's pre-arraignment release rules mean most misdemeanors and non-violent, non-serious felonies are cited or booked and released without money bail before arraignment. Serious and violent felonies are still bailable under the county bail schedule. Call us and we'll tell you whether bail applies.
How much does a bail bond cost in Santa Monica?
Premiums are typically 10% of the bail amount, based on rates filed with the California Department of Insurance. We explain the full cost up front, and flexible payment plans are available.
Do I have to come to the office?
No. You can sign everything from your phone, any hour. If you'd prefer to meet in person, our nearest office is in Santa Ana at 200 N Broadway, Ste 100-A.