How to Bail Someone Out of Central Detention Center

About Central Detention Center

Central Detention Center is at 630 East Rialto Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92415, phone (909) 386-0969. It is the primary booking facility for east-valley police departments and Sheriff stations. According to Sheriff history, it opened in 1971 and reopened in 1994 with a U.S. Marshals contract — which is why it also houses federal inmates today.

Our office on Hospitality Lane is about 3 miles away, so co-signers can meet us in person quickly or sign remotely.

Step 1: Confirm the Booking — and the Type of Hold

Search the San Bernardino County Sheriff inmate locator (https://wp.sbcounty.gov/sheriff/inmate-locator/) to confirm the person is at CDC and see the bail amount when set.

Because CDC holds both county and federal inmates, check which applies. A county case follows the county bail schedule; a federal case follows federal release rules, and county bail may not apply. If you're unsure, call us and we'll help find out.

Step 2: Post Bail

For county cases, you can pay the full bail to the Sheriff or use a licensed bail agent. With a bond, the premium is generally 10% of the bail in California, and payment plans may be available on approved credit.

Check for holds from other agencies before expecting a release — a hold can keep someone in custody after bail is posted.

1. Call (909) 406-6909 with the person's full name, date of birth and, if you have it, the booking number.
2. We confirm the booking, the charges, the bail amount and any holds, and explain the premium and co-signer needs.
3. The co-signer reviews and signs the bail agreement — at our San Bernardino office or remotely.
4. The premium is paid or a payment plan is arranged; payment plans may be available on approved credit.
5. We post the bond, and the facility processes the release. Timing depends on the facility.

Step 3: The Release

After the bond is posted, CDC processes the release. Timing depends on the facility. Our article on how long it takes to get out of Central Detention Center covers what affects timing.

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