Santa Barbara County Bail Bonds

By California law, bail bond premiums are set at 10% of the total bail amount. For example, if the court sets bail at $20,000, the fee to the bondsman is $2,000. At Big Boy Bail Bonds, we offer flexible payment plans and low-down-payment options for qualified Santa Barbara residents.

Arrests in the southern part of the county (Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria) are usually sent to the Santa Barbara Main Jail on Calle Real. Arrests in the northern county (Santa Maria, Lompoc, Guadalupe) are typically held at the Northern Branch Jail in Santa Maria.

Release times at the Santa Barbara Main Jail typically range from 3 to 8 hours after the bail bond is posted. Processing times depend on jail staffing and the number of inmates being processed at that time.

Yes. Under California law, certain clients may qualify for an 8% rate (a 20% discount). This typically applies to clients who have retained a private attorney, are members of a labor union, or are active/veteran military members.

In many cases, we can provide "Signature Bonds" that require no collateral. For very high bail amounts, collateral such as real estate may be required, but our goal is always to find a solution that doesn't involve putting your assets at risk.

Yes, we provide 24/7 service to Isla Vista and the UCSB community. We understand the unique needs of students and families in these areas and offer total confidentiality and fast response times.