Harbor Justice Center Bail Bonds
The Harbor Justice Center in Newport Beach handles criminal cases for the harbor and south Orange County area. Whether you have a court date coming up or someone was just taken into custody at court, we can help. Call Chad 24/7.
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If you qualify (homeowners, active military, law enforcement), bail $20,000 and up: 8% with $0 down, 7% with 2% down, or 6% paid in full on $30,000 and up. See all rates
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See if you qualifyAbout the Harbor Justice Center
- It's the Orange County Superior Court's courthouse on Jamboree Road in Newport Beach.
- The criminal counter is in Criminal Operations on the first floor. Case information: (657) 622-8459, any time. Court staff answer Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.
Court Day Guide: Harbor Justice Center
Getting there
- Chad's tip: this is one of the easiest courthouses to go to. There's no parking structure, just a big, flat parking lot, and it's easy to find a spot. Best part: parking here is free.
- Early in the week the lot can get pretty full. That's usually only a problem if you're running late, so give yourself a few extra minutes.
- Raining? There's no covered drop-off here. You'll walk in from the parking lot, so bring an umbrella, especially in court clothes.
- There's one entrance, with Sheriff's deputies at the metal detectors. Everyone goes through a metal detector, and every bag is X-rayed. No weapons, knives, pocket knives, scissors, pepper spray or mace. Chad's tip: don't bring a vape, especially a marijuana vape. Deputies usually won't let it in. A cigarette lighter is OK.
- After security, look for the TV screens to find your courtroom. Most courtrooms are upstairs on the second floor.
- Restrooms: one downstairs, and one at each end of the courtroom hallway upstairs.
- Need to step outside? Once you're in, going out means coming back through security again, so plan for the line.
- There's no cafeteria, just vending machines on the first floor. But there are lots of places to eat right around it: a Starbucks across the street, a couple of fast-food places and local delis.
If you're out on bail
- Go to every court date, on time. If they miss court, the judge can issue a bench warrant and forfeit the bail.
- Running late or already missed it? Call Chad right away. The sooner we know, the easier it is to fix.
- Here for your arraignment, but your name isn't on the court list? Often that means the charges haven't been filed yet. Your attorney can tell you what it means for your case.
- Protect yourself and your cosigners: ask a deputy where the District Attorney's office is. Tell them you were supposed to be here for arraignment today and your name isn't on the list, and ask for a stamped paper showing you were there. That's your proof. If anything comes up later, Chad can fix it easily.
- When you get to your courtroom, check in with the bailiff. Give your name and say you're here.
- After every hearing, text or call Chad with the next court date.
If bail changes at court, or they're in custody
- Sometimes a judge raises bail or orders a new bond right in the courtroom. Call Chad from the hallway with their full name, case number and the new bail amount.
- If the bond is posted at court, they usually wait right there in the courtroom. The bondsman posts it at the cashier counter, the court enters and approves it and sends it upstairs, and then the courtroom tells them they're free to go. They walk right out of court.
- Chad doesn't have to be in that courtroom. In Orange County he can post the bond at the counter of another courthouse while the hearing is going on. Their attorney tells the judge the bondsman is posting the bond now, and they sit down and wait, just as if Chad were standing there.
- Came to court from jail, in a jumpsuit? Then they go back to the Sheriff's jail that day. The bond can't be posted until the court's minutes and updates are entered into the Sheriff's system. In Orange County that usually happens between about 6 PM and 10 PM. As soon as their record updates, Chad posts the bond.
Questions about bail?
Call Chad. We'll check the bail amount, custody status and the next court date for you. For questions about the case itself, talk to your attorney.
Call (714) 481-0600Official court numbers
- Criminal & Traffic (automated 24/7; staff Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM): (657) 622-8459
- Court main information line: (657) 622-6878
- Self-Help Center (Harbor): (657) 622-5756
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Questions Families Ask
Where do I park for the Harbor Justice Center?
There's a big, flat, free parking lot at the courthouse, with no structure. It can fill up early in the week, so don't cut it close.
Is there food at the Harbor Justice Center?
There's no cafeteria inside, just vending machines. There's a Starbucks across the street, plus fast food and delis nearby.
My name wasn't called at the Harbor Justice Center. What do I do?
Go to the District Attorney's office or the cashier counter downstairs, and ask them to stamp your paperwork to show you were there. Then call Chad.
I'm here for arraignment and my name isn't on the list. What do I do?
Often that means the charges haven't been filed yet, and your attorney can tell you more about the case. To protect the bond, ask a deputy for the District Attorney's office, and ask for a stamped paper showing you were there on your arraignment date. Then call Chad.
Does Chad have to be in the courtroom to post a new bond?
No. If a judge raises bail or orders a new bond, Chad can post it at the counter of another Orange County courthouse while the hearing is going on. Their attorney tells the judge the bondsman is posting, they wait in the courtroom, and once it's approved they walk right out of court.
What does a bail bond cost with you?
Most of Chad's bonds are written at 6%, 7% or 8%. Smaller bonds, under $20,000, can be up to 10% because of posting fees. If you qualify (homeowners, active military, law enforcement, bail of $20,000 and up): 8% with $0 down, 7% with 2% down, or 6% paid in full on bails of $30,000 and up.
Need Help Right Now?
Orange County is home for us, and Chad answers 24/7. Toll-free: 855-BAD-CHAD. Hablamos español: (909) 657-6030.
Call (714) 481-0600