Bail Bond Premium
A bail bond works like an insurance policy. The policy is an agreement between the defendant, the courts, and bail bond company that posts the bond. The courts specify the amount of bail, the defendant agrees to purchase a bail bond ( usually 10% of the bail amount), and agrees to meet all of the courts requirements. In addition, the bail bond company may set additional requirements that the defendant must adhere to.

Here is how the premium works. If, for example, the bail amount is $10,000 then the premium amount would be $1,000. If the bail amount is $25,000, then the premium amount would be $2,500.00 and so on. The bail amount is set by the courts. It's usually based on a pre determined value based on the offense. Each County in California uses a bail schedule. This schedule is available to the public.

Bail Bond Premium Payment Options

Option 1
Pay the entire 10% premium and provide collateral if required. Collateral is is usually required on large bond amounts.

Option 2
Pay 50%, but under 100% and finance the balance for 90 - 120 days interest free.

Option 3
Pay 25% but under 50% and finance the balance for 90 - 120 days interest free.

Option 4
Custom payment option tailored to you. Some restrictions apply.