Bail Bonds for Domestic Violence Cases: What You Need to Know

Domestic violence arrests come with protective orders and strict release conditions, and bail is often higher than for other misdemeanors. There is no mandatory 72-hour hold for domestic violence in California. Most people arrested on a DV charge can be bailed out once they are booked and bail is set. In some cases, like some restraining order violations or when bail needs to be set higher or lower than the bail schedule, a judge has to see them first. Chad checks whether there is a hold the moment you call.

This is the most common myth we hear. California does not have a mandatory 72-hour hold for domestic violence. What is true: in some cases a judge has to see the person before they can be released, and some jails hold people until the next court day for that. Chad finds out right away whether there is a hold, prepares the paperwork, and posts the bond as soon as it can be posted.

At the time of a domestic violence arrest, the responding officer typically issues an Emergency Protective Order (EPO). This order prohibits the defendant from contacting or coming near the alleged victim. The EPO remains in effect even after bail is posted. Violating an EPO is a separate criminal offense and can result in immediate re-arrest. We make sure every client understands their EPO conditions before release.

The standard charges are PC 243(e)(1), domestic battery, and PC 273.5(a), corporal injury to a spouse or partner. In Chad's experience, bail is usually $25,000 to $50,000. With added charges, like child endangerment, or with priors, it can be $100,000 or more. Each county has its own bail schedule, and the judge can change the amount. Not only do we have payment plans, we have some no money down options for those who qualify.

In addition to the EPO, courts often impose additional bail conditions in domestic violence cases: mandatory enrollment in a batterer's intervention program, no possession of firearms, random drug and alcohol testing, and GPS monitoring in some cases. Violating any bail condition results in immediate bail forfeiture and re-arrest. We walk every client through their conditions clearly before they leave custody.

Chad Conley Bail Bonds handles domestic violence bonds across Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside and San Diego counties. We check custody, the bail amount and any holds, we explain the protective order before release, and we work quickly. We are available 24/7. Call the moment the arrest happens.