If you or your loved one is arrested, the arresting law enforcement agency books you at the jail under a certain charge, or charges.

Then, the law enforcement officer checks the Los Angeles County Bail Schedule to determine what your bail should be according to the charges.

“The Los Angeles County Bail Schedule offers law enforcement officers guidelines on setting bail so arrestees don’t have to wait to see a judge,” said Inessa Chavez, vice president of All American Bail Bonds in Santa Clarita. “The schedule offers a detailed list of charges and the accompanying bail amounts that have already been set by a judge.”

While not everyone will be eligible for bail, those who are can call a bail agent to post their bond after their bail has been set.

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“Certain crimes, like murder with special circumstances, are not bailable,” Chavez said. “Bail may also be denied if the arrestee is determined to pose a danger to the public or be a significant flight risk.”

Once a defendant has been bailed out jail, their first court appearance– called an arraignment –is usually pushed back about four weeks to give them time to consult with legal counsel and get their affairs in order.

Those who either have been denied bail or choose not to post bail will remain incarcerated, and will appear before a judge much sooner.

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“At that time, you can request to have your bail lowered,” Chavez said. “However, the judge may also raise your bail amount during your arraignment.”

“How bail is set depends on a variety of factors,” Chavez added. “At All American Bail Bonds in Santa Clarita, our licensed bail agents have the knowledge and experience to answer all of your questions and walk you through the process, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.”

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If your loved one is in custody and they wish to talk to an All American Bail Bonds representative, call:

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