When someone you love is arrested — we have answers.

10 guides written for families in crisis. Real answers to the questions racing through your mind right now, from San Diego’s trusted, compassionate bail bond team.

10 Family Guides

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Click any guide below for a full, step-by-step walkthrough written specifically for families navigating that exact crisis.

My Loved One Was Just Arrested — What Do I Do First?

A calm, step-by-step guide for the first 60 minutes after an arrest call. Start here if you don’t know where to begin.

We Can’t Afford Bail — What Are Our Options?

The 10% rule, 0% payment plans, military discounts, and every other option available to families worried about cost.

How Long Will They Stay in Jail Without Bail?

Booking, arraignment, bail schedules, and realistic release timelines — why every hour in custody matters for your family.

Will This Arrest Affect Their Job or Housing?

Employment, rental agreements, child custody, and immigration — an honest look at real-life consequences and how to protect against them.

My Spouse Was Arrested for Domestic Violence — What Do I Do?

The EPO, what it means for your household, whether to post bail, and how to navigate this with no judgment from our all-female team.

My Child Was Arrested — What Should I Do?

A parent’s guide — juvenile vs. adult court, the 5 things to do right now, diversion programs, and protecting your child’s future.

They Were Arrested for a DUI — What Happens Now?

Booking timeline, typical bail amounts, the 10-day DMV window you cannot miss, and what happens to their license and case.

There’s a Warrant Out — Can We Handle It Without a Full Arrest?

How walk-through bail bonds work, why voluntary surrender beats surprise arrest, and our free warrant check service.

I Don’t Know Which Jail They’re In — How Do I Find Out?

Step-by-step instructions for locating a detained person in San Diego County, including all facility locations and inmate lookup resources.

What Happens If We Miss a Court Date After Bail?

The consequences of a missed court date, what happens to the bail bond, and the exact steps to take right now to protect your family.

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