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Contra Costa County Bail Bonds

Fast 24/7 Release from Martinez, Richmond, and Marsh Creek Jails

📍 Serving Martinez, Richmond, Concord & Pittsburg

In Contra Costa County, most initial bookings occur at the Martinez Detention Facility (MDF). However, inmates may be transferred to the West County Detention Facility in Richmond for housing. Big Boy Bail Bonds monitors these transfers 24/7 to ensure your loved one is bailed out before a transfer occurs, saving you hours of travel and processing time.

The Contra Costa County Bail Process

1. Booking Lookup

We use the Sheriff’s Public Report to find the booking number, charges, and bail amount set by the Contra Costa bail schedule.

2. Flexible Financing

Pay the 10% premium with 0% interest payment plans. We can complete all paperwork electronically in minutes.

3. Direct Release

Bonds are posted at the Martinez Intake or Richmond facility. Release times typically range from 4 to 8 hours.

Expert Bail Bond Services in Contra Costa County

Big Boy Bail Bonds provides professional, confidential service throughout the East Bay. From Walnut Creek and Concord to the waterfronts of Richmond and Pittsburg, our agents understand the local court requirements and are ready to help 24/7.

Major County Detention Centers

  • Martinez Detention Facility (MDF)
    1000 Ward St, Martinez, CA 94553
  • West County Detention Facility
    5555 Giant Hwy, Richmond, CA 94806
  • Marsh Creek Detention Facility ("The Farm")
    12000 Marsh Creek Rd, Clayton, CA 94517

City Police Holding Facilities We Serve

If your loved one was recently arrested by local police, they may still be at a Temporary Holding Jail (THJ). We provide immediate bail services to the following city facilities to prevent transfer to the Martinez Main Jail:

  • Antioch PD Facility
  • Brentwood PD Facility
  • Concord PD Facility
  • Martinez Police Dept
  • Pittsburg Police Facility
  • Richmond PD Holding
  • Pleasant Hill PD
  • San Pablo PD Jail
  • Walnut Creek PD

Contra Costa Court Information

Criminal cases are heard at the A.F. Bray Courthouse in Martinez, the George D. Carroll Courthouse in Richmond, or the Richard E. Arnason Justice Center in Pittsburg. We coordinate directly with the courts to ensure your bond is filed correctly.

People Also Ask — Contra Costa Bail FAQs

How much is a bail bond in Martinez or Richmond?

The standard premium is 10% of the bail amount. Big Boy Bail Bonds offers 8% discounted rates for union members, military veterans, and clients who have retained private legal counsel.

How long does it take to get out of the Martinez Detention Facility?

Release times at the Martinez Detention Facility (MDF) typically take 4 to 8 hours once the bond is posted. Scheduled releases usually occur around 6 AM, while court-ordered releases happen throughout the day.

What is "The Farm" in Contra Costa County?

Marsh Creek Detention Facility, often called "The Farm," is a minimum-security facility in Clayton for sentenced male inmates. If your loved one was just arrested, they are likely at Martinez or West County.

What is a Temporary Holding Jail (THJ) in Contra Costa?

A THJ is a short-term holding cell located at city police departments like Antioch, Concord, or Walnut Creek. Bailing someone out while they are still at a THJ is much faster than waiting for them to be transferred to the county main jail.

Serving All Major California Counties

Call (714) 671-8920 for 24/7 Service