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See if you qualifyWhere West Covina Arrests Go
West Covina Police run their own jail inside the station at 1444 W Garvey Ave S. Most people arrested by West Covina PD are booked there, and when the bond is posted they walk out of the same building.
Why calling early matters
The West Covina jail is small and can hold people for up to 96 hours. If they are not bailed out there, men are usually moved to Twin Towers in Los Angeles and women to Century Regional in Lynwood, and release from the county jail takes many hours. Posting at the city jail is the fast way.
The jail: West Covina Police Department
1444 W Garvey Ave S, West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 939-8500, 24 hours
Lobby open Mon–Fri, 7:30 am–5:30 pm. Release happens here.
Courthouse: West Covina Courthouse
1427 W Covina Pkwy, West Covina, CA 91790
Where most West Covina cases go to court.
Chad's office
1235 W Mission Blvd, Pomona, CA 91766
A short drive east of West Covina. Most families never need to come in.
How Long Does Release Take from West Covina Police Jail?
These are real-world averages based on Chad's experience posting bail at this facility — not marketing estimates.
Book-In Time
~2 hours
from arrest to fully booked
Release After Bond
15–30 min
once bond is posted
Total Average
~2.5 hrs
start to walking out
What Can Slow Things Down
- Attitude, the biggest one. It's the jailers' world, we're just living in it. Once they're moved to the county jail, it's the Sheriff's world. Cooperate and be respectful, and the process moves. Be rude or uncooperative, and they may let you sit until someone has time, or until the next shift.
- High booking volume — just like a restaurant getting slammed, if they're booking 10 people at once, everyone waits. Busy holiday weekends are the worst, and some holidays are much busier than others.
- Multiple warrants, cases or names. If someone has several warrants or cases, or past arrests under different names or aliases, the background check simply takes longer.
- Shift change. If booking or release lands during a shift change, everything pauses until the new shift is settled.
- Officer or staffing shortages — if someone gets pulled from booking to cover the street, the line stops.
- The national background check. In Chad's experience, the system updates every morning around 5–6 AM, and a bond posted around then can be held up for hours.
- No valid government ID — a California driver's license or ID speeds up the NCIC check significantly. No good ID means a slower return.
- Lockdown or incident inside — a fight in one pod, even far from booking and release, pulls staff to that part of the jail, and the line stops. Outbreaks, like during COVID, can slow everything too.
- Medical or mental health clearance. If someone mentions a health problem at booking, like high blood pressure, missing their medication, or feeling like they want to die, staff must check them, sometimes watch them, and recheck them. A doctor or specific staff has to clear them before release, and after a shift change a new doctor may have to pick up the file. If staff think someone could be a danger to themselves, they can be moved to mental health housing inside the jail or put on a mental health hold (often called a 5150), and release can take much longer. It adds time, but if someone needs care, they should always say so.
- Questioning. If police want information, like on a warrant or a case with more than one person charged, they may set them to the side for a while so detectives can talk to them. When you turn yourself in with Chad, that usually doesn't happen: you're there to book in, not to talk. In Chad's experience, saying your attorney advised you not to make a statement is respected, and booking moves on.
“The only thing consistent about government workers is their inconsistency.” And: “If you don't like the answer, call back after shift change.”
These are real-world averages based on Chad's experience — not guarantees. Every arrest is different. Chad will give you an honest estimate when you call, based on what he knows about current conditions at this facility.
If Their Car Was Towed
West Covina PD tows to Royal Coaches in Baldwin Park. You need a police release first, then you pick the car up at the tow yard.
1. Get the release at West Covina PD
Records Bureau, 1444 W Garvey Ave S. Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, closed holidays. Fee: $206.40, by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or exact cash. Bring a valid driver's license and proof you are the registered owner.
2. Pick it up at Royal Coaches Towing
14827 Ramona Blvd, Baldwin Park, CA 91706, (626) 960-1824. They charge the tow and a daily storage fee. Call first and ask for the total and what to bring.
Watch the weekend
The police release is only open on weekdays. A car towed on a Friday night usually can't be released until Monday, and storage adds up every day. If the driver was unlicensed or suspended, the car can be held for 30 days, and the owner needs a second person with a valid license to drive it out. Questions about a 30-day hold go to the Traffic Division, (626) 939-8555.
Getting Property Back
Property held by West Covina PD is released by appointment, usually Monday to Friday. Call the Property & Evidence Unit at (626) 939-8573. You can leave a voicemail after hours.
Picking up for someone who is still in custody? They need to fill out the Property Release Form, and it must be notarized before you call for an appointment.
Own your home? You may qualify for Fast Track.
If you're a homeowner (or active military or law enforcement) and the bail is $20,000 or more, you may qualify for Chad's best prices:
8%
with $0 down
7%
with 2% down
6%
paid in full, $30,000+
If you qualify. 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.
See if you qualifyApply From Home
Anyone can apply from a phone or computer, and it takes a few minutes. The application is also in Spanish and Chinese.
West Covina Questions
Where do West Covina arrests go?
West Covina has its own city jail inside the police station at 1444 W Garvey Ave S. Most people arrested by West Covina PD are booked there, and when the bond is posted they are released right from the station.
How long does release take?
At the West Covina jail, booking usually takes about 2 hours. After the bond is posted, release usually takes about 15 to 30 minutes.
What if they are not bailed out right away?
The West Covina jail is a small jail that can hold people for up to 96 hours. If they are not released, men are usually moved to Twin Towers in Los Angeles and women to Century Regional in Lynwood, and release from there takes much longer. Calling Chad early helps.
How much does a bail bond cost?
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 or more), Fast Track is 8% with $0 down, 7% with 2% down, or 6% paid in full on bonds of $30,000 or more.
Their car was towed. How do we get it back?
First get a release from the West Covina Police Records Bureau, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. The police fee is $206.40 (card or exact cash), and you need a valid driver's license and proof you are the registered owner. Then pick the car up at Royal Coaches Towing, 14827 Ramona Blvd, Baldwin Park, (626) 960-1824, and pay their tow and storage fees.
Can someone help us in Spanish or Chinese?
Yes. Spanish speakers can call (909) 657-6030 and use our Spanish West Covina page. The application is available in Chinese and Spanish, and Chinese-speaking families can start at our San Gabriel Valley Chinese page.
What about questions about the case?
Chad handles the bail. Questions about the charges or the case go to your attorney.
After they're home: free help near West Covina
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