Riverside Bail Bonds
Official Bail Bonds runs its Riverside County office out of downtown Riverside, within sight of the main jail, and posts bail at every major detention facility in the county. Agents are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays.
The company serves families from downtown Riverside to Corona, Moreno Valley, Hemet, Murrieta, Temecula, Perris, Banning, Indio and Palm Springs, and says its agents are in daily contact with the county jails.
Countywide Jail Coverage From Downtown Riverside
Official Bail Bonds lists the Robert Presley Detention Center, the Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility, the Southwest Detention Center, the John J. Benoit Detention Center and the Blythe Jail among the facilities where it posts bail. The company says it works directly with detention staff to confirm booking details and speed up release.
Paperwork and payment can be completed by phone, tablet or computer, so no office visit is required. The company says it can locate someone through the Riverside County inmate system within minutes, and that most releases in the county happen within 2 to 8 hours depending on the jail.
Services Offered by Riverside Bail Bonds - Official Bail Bonds
- Bail at all major Riverside County jails
- Remote paperwork by phone, tablet or computer
- Inmate lookups through the county system
- 24/7 service including holidays
- Bonds for friends as well as family members
- Guidance on court requirements after release
How Clients Describe the Service
Reviewers repeatedly use words like fast and clear. They describe staff who explained the process, kept them updated, and handled things efficiently, which made a stressful situation easier. Several mention a compassionate agent who answered all of the family's questions.
Steps From the Robert Presley Detention Center
This Official Bail Bonds office is a short walk from the Robert Presley Detention Center and a short walk from the Riverside Hall of Justice. The company also posts at the Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility in Banning, roughly 29 miles east, whose cases are heard at the Banning Justice Center.
- Robert Presley Detention Center (Riverside)
- Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility (Banning)
- Riverside Hall of Justice (Riverside)
- Banning Justice Center (Banning)
Four Stages of Bail in Riverside County
- Confirm the location: Official Bail Bonds verifies which jail is holding the person, whether that is the Presley center downtown or another county facility.
- Verify the bail amount: The agent confirms the bail on the booking, set by the county schedule or by a judge.
- Handle paperwork remotely: The co-signer completes forms and payment by phone or online, typically within minutes.
- Agent posts at the jail: A local agent posts the bond directly at the facility to begin release processing.
- Prepare for court: After release, the company explains upcoming court requirements so the defendant knows when and where to appear.
Frequently Asked Questions About Riverside Bail Bonds - Official Bail Bonds
Which jails does Official Bail Bonds serve in Riverside County?
It lists the Robert Presley Detention Center, Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility, Southwest Detention Center, John J. Benoit Detention Center and Blythe Jail.
How long does release usually take?
The company says most Riverside County releases happen within 2 to 8 hours, depending on the jail's workload and time of day.
Can everything be done without visiting the office?
Yes. Paperwork and payment can be completed by phone, tablet or computer.
Can I post bail for someone who is not a relative?
Yes. The company only needs basic booking information to start.
What if I do not know which jail they are in?
A bondsman can usually find the person quickly through the county's inmate lookup.
Is the Southwest Detention Center the same as the Cois M. Byrd Detention Center?
Yes. The Murrieta jail now carries the Cois M. Byrd name, and Official Bail Bonds lists it among the facilities it serves.
For a booking at the downtown Riverside jail or any other county facility, Official Bail Bonds is available around the clock to start the paperwork remotely.