How to Post Bail at an LAPD Jail in Los Angeles
If someone has been arrested by the Los Angeles Police Department, the first steps are confirming where the person is being held, whether booking has been completed, and whether bail is available. Post It Bail Bonds provides confidential assistance 24 hours a day for LAPD arrests throughout Los Angeles. Call (323) 213-3472 for help reviewing available custody, booking and bail information.
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Quick Answer — How Do You Post Bail at LAPD?
To post bail for someone held by LAPD, first confirm the person's custody location, booking status and whether bail is available. The Los Angeles Police Department states that bail can be posted at its jail facilities 24 hours a day using approved forms of payment, including a valid surety bond. A licensed bail bond agency can prepare the required agreement and post an eligible surety bond at the appropriate facility.
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Steps for Posting Bail After an LAPD Arrest
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Confirm the person's custody status
Collect the person's complete legal name, date of birth, approximate arrest time and arresting LAPD division when available. This information is needed to locate the person in the custody system.
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Identify the correct LAPD jail
Recently arrested individuals may still be undergoing booking or awaiting transfer to a jail facility. Online custody information may not appear immediately after an arrest.
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Confirm whether bail is available
Bail eligibility may depend on the alleged charge, outstanding warrants, holds, booking status, court orders and other circumstances. Not every person arrested by LAPD qualifies for bail.
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Review the available posting method
Families may post an accepted form of payment directly with LAPD or arrange an eligible surety bond through a licensed bail bond agency. A bail bond typically requires a non-refundable premium.
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Complete the required bail-bond agreement
Before proceeding with a bail bond, clearly review the premium, payment arrangements, cosigner responsibilities, collateral requirements and written agreement with the bail bond agency.
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Allow LAPD to complete the release process
LAPD controls bond acceptance and release processing. Timing varies because of booking, staffing, medical clearance, holds and facility procedures. Release times cannot be guaranteed.
Forms of Bail Accepted by LAPD
LAPD's current official guidance lists the following accepted forms of bail payment:
- Cash
- Valid surety bond
- Cashier's check payable to the Los Angeles Police Department's Bail Account and drawn on a California bank
- Western Union money order
- United States Postal Service money order
Payment requirements and facility procedures may change. Confirm the current requirements with the holding facility before traveling or purchasing a payment instrument.
Official LAPD Jail and Custody InformationCurrent LAPD Jail Locations
How to Find Someone Arrested by LAPD
- The public may call (213) 473-6100, available 24 hours a day, for custody information involving LAPD or LASD facilities.
- Recently booked records may not appear immediately in online custody systems.
- Use the person's complete legal name and date of birth when searching or calling.
- If the person remains in custody after arraignment, they may be transferred to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Use our California inmate search guide for LASD and statewide lookup resources.
- Official LAPD Jail and Custody Information
What Happens After Arraignment?
The arraignment location depends on where the person was arrested and the type of charge filed. Families should confirm the court information with the holding facility or through official court records.
Individuals who remain in custody after arraignment may be transferred from LAPD custody to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. If you are unable to locate someone at an LAPD facility after arraignment, contact the LASD or call (213) 473-6100 for updated custody information.
LAPD Bail Frequently Asked Questions
- Can bail be posted at an LAPD jail 24 hours a day?
- According to LAPD's official guidance, bail can be posted at its jail facilities 24 hours a day using approved forms of payment. However, facility procedures, staffing and holds may affect the timing of any individual release. Contact the holding facility to confirm current procedures.
- How do I determine which LAPD jail is holding someone?
- You can call the LAPD/LASD custody information line at (213) 473-6100, available 24 hours a day. Have the person's complete legal name and date of birth ready. Recently booked records may not appear immediately in online systems.
- What information should I have before calling a bail agent?
- Provide the defendant's complete legal name, date of birth, approximate arrest time, the arresting LAPD division if known, and the charge if available. The more information you have, the faster an agent can locate the person in the custody system.
- Can someone be transferred from LAPD to an LASD jail?
- Yes. Individuals who remain in custody after arraignment may be transferred from LAPD custody to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. If you cannot locate someone at an LAPD facility, search the LASD Inmate Information Center or call (213) 473-6100.
- How long does release take after bail is posted?
- Release timing is controlled by LAPD and depends on booking completion, staffing, medical clearance, outstanding holds and facility procedures. No specific release time can be guaranteed. Post It Bail Bonds can provide general guidance on what to expect.
- Can every person arrested by LAPD be bailed out?
- No. Bail eligibility depends on the alleged charge, outstanding warrants, holds, court orders and other circumstances. Some charges carry no bail or very high bail amounts. A bail agent can help review available bail information for a specific arrest.
- What is the difference between cash bail and a surety bond?
- Cash bail requires the full bail amount to be paid directly to the facility. A surety bond is arranged through a licensed bail bond agency, which posts the bond on behalf of the defendant in exchange for a non-refundable premium — typically 10% of the bail amount in California. The premium is earned when the bond is posted and is not returned if the defendant is released.
Related Los Angeles County Bail Guides
- How Do I Post Bail in Los Angeles County? — 7-step guide covering all LA County jails, release methods and bail bond process
- Los Angeles County Bail Bonds — 24/7 bail bond assistance for all LASD and LAPD facilities
- Los Angeles County Inmate Search — official lookup tools and step-by-step instructions
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Post It Bail Bonds is a private licensed bail bond agency and is not affiliated with the Los Angeles Police Department, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, any jail, court or government agency. Bail availability and release decisions are controlled by the applicable facility and court.