Drug Possession
Bail Bonds
Drug charges range from misdemeanor possession to felony trafficking. Whatever the situation, CityWide moves fast so you're home while your attorney works your case.
Bail Bond Cost California law sets the bail bond premium at exactly 10 percent (10%) of the total bail amount. This rate is set by the California Department of Insurance and is identical at every licensed bail bond company. CityWide offers flexible payment plans for qualified co-signers and indemnitors. Call 1-833-385-5245 .
Why Call CityWide First
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Licensed in all 58 counties
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Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
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Phone and e-signature, no office visit required
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Family-owned, in business since 2003
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Bilingual service, English and Spanish
How Drug Charge Bail Bonds Work in California
California drug laws changed significantly with Proposition 47 in 2014, which reclassified simple possession of most controlled substances from a felony to a misdemeanor. However, charges involving sales, transportation, trafficking, or manufacturing remain felonies with significant bail amounts. Drug charges are among the most common arrest categories in every county.
Bail for drug possession misdemeanors is typically set at $5,000 to $10,000. Drug sales felonies can see bail set at $20,000 to $500,000 or more depending on quantity, substance type, and prior history. The bail bond premium is 10 percent (10%) of the total bail, set by the California Department of Insurance. CityWide offers payment plans and low down payment options for qualified co-signers and indemnitors.
After release, defendants must appear at arraignment, typically within 48 to 72 hours for in-custody cases. Getting out before arraignment is critical. A defense attorney can evaluate the charges, review the search and seizure procedures, and potentially challenge the arrest before any plea is entered. CityWide posts drug charge bail in all 58 counties around the clock.
Start Now: 1-833-385-5245Simple Possession (HS 11350, 11357, 11377)
Under Prop 47, simple possession of heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, and most controlled substances is a misdemeanor in California. Bail for misdemeanor drug possession is typically set at $1,000 to $10,000. CityWide posts possession bail quickly, often releasing defendants the same day.
Possession for Sale (HS 11351, 11359, 11378)
Possession with intent to sell is a felony. Bail typically ranges from $20,000 to $100,000 depending on the substance and quantity. CityWide handles felony drug possession for sale bail statewide.
Drug Sales and Transportation (HS 11352, 11360, 11379)
Sales, transportation, or distribution of controlled substances is a felony with bail ranging from $50,000 to $500,000 or more. Large quantity or multi-count cases may see bail set by a judge rather than the standard schedule.
Drug Manufacturing (HS 11379.6)
Manufacturing controlled substances is a serious felony. Bail amounts for manufacturing charges can reach $500,000 or more. CityWide has the resources and experience to post bail for the most serious drug charge categories.
CityWide Serves All 58 California Counties
Drug Charge Bail Amounts
These are typical bail amounts by county. Actual bail depends on the county, judge, and defendant's criminal history.
Bail amounts vary by county and are subject to judicial modification. The 10 percent premium is non-refundable. Payment plans available for qualified co-signers.
Bond premium is 10% of total bail, set by the California Department of Insurance. Rate is identical at every licensed company.
Drug Possession Charges and Bail in California
Proposition 47, passed by California voters in 2014, reclassified simple possession of most controlled substances from a felony to a misdemeanor. This significantly lowered bail amounts for first-time possession arrests. However, possession for sale (Health and Safety Code 11351), transportation, and manufacturing charges remain felonies with substantially higher bail requirements.
Methamphetamine and heroin possession charges are prosecuted aggressively in California, particularly when the quantity suggests intent to sell. Bail for HS 11351 (possession for sale of a controlled substance) typically ranges from $25,000 to $50,000, with higher amounts for large quantities or prior convictions.
Drug arrests frequently happen during traffic stops, search warrants, or as secondary charges in other arrests. Regardless of the circumstances, CityWide can post bail for any drug-related charge across all 58 California counties, 24 hours a day.
Drug Diversion Programs and Bail
California offers several drug diversion programs that allow first-time offenders to avoid conviction through treatment and probation. PC 1000 (deferred entry of judgment) and Prop 36 programs are alternatives to incarceration for simple possession charges. Eligibility is determined at arraignment.
Even if a defendant intends to pursue diversion, they still need to post bail or remain in custody until arraignment. Posting bail allows the defendant to meet with an attorney and assess diversion eligibility before the arraignment date, which significantly improves outcomes.
CityWide has experience with bail for all categories of drug charges, from misdemeanor possession to large-scale distribution cases. We handle the bail side completely, payment plans, e-signature, and direct posting at the facility, so the family can focus on retaining an attorney.
Why Choose CityWide for Drug Possession Bail
Available 24/7
Drug Possession arrests arrests happen at all hours. CityWide is available 24/7 and has posted bail for every drug charge category from Prop 47 misdemeanor possession to multi-count trafficking felonies in all 58 counties.
Licensed Statewide Since 2003
CityWide is a family-owned California bail bond agency licensed in all 58 counties since 2003. Over 20 years of experience with drug possession cases across the state.
Flexible Payment Plans
CityWide offers payment plans and low down payment options for qualified co-signers. We accept cash, credit cards, Zelle, and PayPal. The premium is always 10 percent, fixed by state law.
Phone and E-Signature
Everything is handled by phone and electronic signature. You never need to visit a bail bond office or the jail. One call starts the entire process.
Named Agent, Not a Call Center
CityWide is family-owned. You deal with a licensed agent who gives you their name and direct number. Not an answering service. Not an 800-number queue.
Bilingual English and Spanish
CityWide agents serve clients in English and Spanish. We cover the entire state with bilingual bail bond service available 24 hours a day.
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A licensed CityWide agent picks up immediately. 24 hours, all 58 counties.
Why Drug Possession Bail Bonds California Trusts CityWide
20+ years in California
We know the local jail, the staff, and the release process inside and out.
Family-owned and operated
You deal directly with a licensed agent who gives you their name and number.
All charges covered
DUI, felony, misdemeanor, domestic violence, drugs, warrants. No case too complex.
Flexible payment plans
Flexible down payments and payment plans for qualified co-signers.
English and Spanish
Bilingual agents available 24 hours a day for Spanish-speaking families.
No office visit required
Handle everything by phone and e-signature from anywhere, any time.
Licensed bail agents answering right now.
CALL 1-833-385-5245Frequently Asked Questions
Drug possession bail bond costs 10 percent (10%) of the total bail amount. For misdemeanor possession with bail set at $5,000, the bond costs $500. For felony drug sales with bail set at $100,000, the bond costs $10,000. This rate is set by the California Department of Insurance.
Yes. CityWide posts bail for drug trafficking and drug sales felonies in all 58 counties. Large bail amounts may require a financially qualified co-signer and potentially collateral depending on the bail amount.
Simple possession of most controlled substances was reclassified as a misdemeanor under Proposition 47 in 2014. However, possession for sale, sales, transportation, and manufacturing remain felonies. The specific charge determines whether your case is a misdemeanor or felony.
At arraignment, the defendant is formally charged and enters a plea. The judge reviews bail and may modify it. A defendant out on bail attends arraignment free, with time to review the charges with an attorney. Fourth Amendment search and seizure issues are often the foundation of drug charge defenses, and an attorney needs time before arraignment to evaluate these.
The co-signer, also called the indemnitor, guarantees the defendant's appearance at all court dates. If the defendant fails to appear, the indemnitor may be responsible for the full bail amount. CityWide explains all indemnitor obligations clearly before any paperwork is signed.
For misdemeanor drug charges, release after posting bail typically takes 2 to 4 hours. For felony drug charges, release can take 4 to 8 hours depending on the jail volume and the specific facility. CityWide monitors the release and keeps you informed.
Yes. CityWide is licensed in all 58 counties. Drug arrests happen in every county, and CityWide covers all of them 24 hours a day.
Bail can be denied for drug charges involving large quantities, gang enhancements, or defendants with serious prior records. If bail is denied, defense counsel can request a bail review hearing. CityWide is ready to post the bond immediately once bail is set.
Find Your County
CityWide posts bail for this charge in every California county. Click your county for local jail info, release times, and a direct agent number.
California statute reference: California Health and Safety Code 11350 (drug possession) on leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
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