If you’re reading this, chances are you’re in a stressful situation, or someone you care about is. Getting a phone call that someone’s in jail is scary, frustrating, and confusing. That’s why we created this guide, to help you understand exactly how bail bonds work in Tustin, California, and what you can do right now to take control of the situation.
What Happens When Someone Is Arrested in Tustin?
When someone is arrested in Tustin, they’re usually taken to the Tustin Police Department jail located at 300 Centennial Way. If things aren’t handled quickly, they could be transferred to the Orange County Jail in Santa Ana—which takes longer to process and even longer to get out of. Time is everything here.
What Is Bail, Really?
Bail is basically a financial promise that the person being released from jail will show up to their court dates. You can pay the full bail amount directly to the jail if you’ve got cash on hand (not likely for most people), or you can use a bail bonds company to post the full amount for you—for a fee, usually 10% of the total bail.
What Does Bail Cost in Tustin?
Here’s a quick look at typical bail amounts for common charges in Tustin and the rest of Orange County. These numbers are based on the Orange County bail schedule and can vary depending on the case:
- DUI (1st offense): $5,000 to $15,000
- DUI with injury: $50,000 and up
- Domestic violence: $10,000 to $50,000
- Theft or burglary: $20,000 to $45,000
- Assault charges: $25,000 to $100,000
- Robbery: $100,000+
- Drug possession with intent to sell: $30,000+
Example: If bail is set at $25,000, you’ll usually pay a bail bonds company $2,500 to get your person released. That’s a one-time non-refundable fee under California law.
How Long Does It Take to Get Out?
If you call us right after the arrest and the person is still at the Tustin jail, we can usually get them out within 1–3 hours. If they get transferred to county jail in Santa Ana, the process gets longer—more paperwork, more people, more waiting. That’s why it’s critical to act fast.
Why People in Tustin Trust A+ Bail Bonds®
We’re a local Orange County company—not some corporate bail mill. When you call A+ Bail Bonds®, you talk to a real person who understands what you’re going through. We don’t judge. We don’t push. We guide you through the mess with patience, speed, and total professionalism.
We’ve helped families in Tustin, Santa Ana, Garden Grove, Irvine, and Anaheim get through some of their worst moments—and we do it 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
What You’ll Need to Post Bail
To get started, here’s what we’ll need from you:
- Full name and birthdate of the person in custody
- Where they’re being held (Tustin PD or Orange County Jail)
- Booking number (if you have it)
- Type of charges (if you know them)
- Your name, phone number, and ID info
Do You Offer Payment Plans?
Yes. We know not everyone has thousands of dollars just sitting around. That’s why we offer flexible payment plans with 0% interest. We work with credit cards, cash, Zelle, Venmo, and more. Depending on the situation, we may or may not need collateral.
We Serve More Than Just Tustin
We handle bail bonds for the entire Orange County area, including:
- Santa Ana Bail Bonds
- Anaheim
- Irvine
- Garden Grove
- Fullerton
- Orange
- Westminster
- Huntington Beach
Call Now. We’re Here to Help.
No matter what time it is, no matter how complicated things feel, we’ve got your back. Call us and talk to someone who knows the system, knows how to move fast, and actually cares.
