Monroe Detention Center Inmate Bail & Bonds

Monroe Detention Center

Address:
140 Tony Diaz Drive
Woodland, CA 95776

Phone:

530-668-5245

How do Bail Bonds work at Monroe Detention Center

Yolo County Bail and Bond Information

Yolo County ended cash bail during the COVID pandemic, but has since reimplemented it because they found that zero cash bail for all crimes except for violent felonied did not work.  

In fact, recidivism during an 18-month period was examined for a random sample of 100 arrested individuals who posted bail in 2018 or 2019, compared to a random sample of 100 arrested individuals who were released on zero bail between April 19, 2020, and May 31, 2021. Offender demographics and original offenses were similar for the comparison groups despite the random sample generator process. Recidivism was counted if the individual was arrested anywhere within 18 months, for at least one new crime, after being previously released.

In this study, individuals released on zero bail were subsequently rearrested for a total of 163% more crimes than individuals released on bail.

The average recidivism rate for those released on zero bail was 78% over 18 months, while the average recidivism rate for those released on bail was only 46%. Thus, arrested individuals released on zero bail reoffended at an average rate that was 70% higher than arrestees who posted bail.

  • More new felonies - Individuals released on zero bail committed new felonies 90% more often than those who posted bail.
  • More new misdemeanors - Individuals released on zero bail committed new misdemeanors 123% more often than those who posted bail.
  • More multiple arrests - Individuals released on zero bail were rearrested more than once in eighteen months 148% more often than those released on bail.
  • More new violent offenses - Individuals released on zero bail committed new violent offenses 200% more often than those who posted bail. 

The Yolo County Sheriff recommends that you use a bail bond agent licensed to do business in Yolo County.

You can pay a cash bond yourself, or use your home in Yolo County, or in some cases the state of California, but the benefit of using a bail bond agent is that they take responsibility for making sure the inmate shows up for court in Yolo County, and if they don't, then they take the responsibility.
The typical fee for a bond will be between 10-20% of the bail amount; usually 15%. 
So if an offender has a bail of $10,000.00, their bond will be $1500.00.

Call 530-668-5245 to find out the exact bond (plus other fees) amount, or look it up online by looking up the information on the Yolo County inmate locator.


 

Who do I call to find out the Bond for an Inmate?

Please call the jail at 530-668-5245 for the type of bond and any information that is required for a particular individual at Monroe Detention Center.
A bond is set according to a court-approved schedule.
The purpose of the bond is to assure the offender's appearance in court.

Instructions on how to post Bail or Bond in Yolo County

Because Yolo County and California can change their bail bond procedures, it is always best to call either the Monroe Detention Center at 530-668-5245, or the court in the jurisdiction (i.e. Municipal Court, District Court, etc.) where the offender was charged, right after an arrestee has been booked. 

Ask the staff at the Monroe Detention Center or the Yolo County Court Clerk these specific questions:

  1. Is the defendant eligible for bail or a bond?
  2. How much will the bail or bond be, and what are the additional fees?
  3. Where do I go to pay it?
  4. Are there any days or times of the day or night when I cannot post bail?
  5. What types of payment are allowed? Cash? Money order? Credit card? What types of credit cards? Property or other collateral? Surety bonds?
  6. Do I have to use a bail or bond agent?

If you feel the bail is too high and you wish to get it reduced, contact a lawyer or the defendant's public defender and get them to look into what they can do to get a bail reduction. The sooner you get working on this the quicker you will get your loved one released. 

This entire process will go smoother and faster with a criminal attorney or bail agent handling it for you.

Option 1 - How to Post Bail using Cash for a Defendant at Monroe Detention Center

The first option, a cash bond, is to pay the full bail amount in cash, cashier's check, or money order. Personal Checks are not accepted.

Depending on the crime, this amount could be anywhere from $100 to $75,000 or more.

To pay a cash bond, go to Monroe Detention Center or to the court where the bail hearing occurred. Going directly to the jail will quicken the release of the defendant as any bail paperwork processed at the court will have to be transferred to the jail.

Cashier's Checks and Money Orders may be made out to Monroe Detention Center where the defendant is being held, but usually to the Yolo County Sheriff's Office or to the Yolo County Court.

To purchase money orders visit any Western Union, Moneygram or Post Office.

Option 2 - How to Post a Private or Surety Bond for a Defendant at Monroe Detention Center

In the event that someone does not have the full bond amount available to him or her, there is what is called a private bond or surety bond.

This is an agreement made with a bail agent or bondsman who will post the full bail amount. In return, the defendant and/or cosigner will pay a premium to the bail agent. This premium will be 10-15% of the full bail amount.



For example, if bail is posted at $5,000, then the premium will cost approximately $500-$750.

A bail agent will often require some form of collateral, for example, a lien on a house, a car or jewelry. This is to ensure that if the defendant skips bail, or does not appear in court, the bail agent has some sort of compensation for the full bail amount being paid.

Remember, by making an agreement with a bail agent the signatory takes responsibility for paying the full bail amount if the defendant does not appear in court.

Option 3 - How to Post a Property Bond for a Defendant at Monroe Detention Center

If you are a landowner in Yolo County you may be able to post a property bond. Property within Yolo County may be used as collateral to bail someone out. All owners of the property must be present to sign the bond in order for this to happen.

To find if property located outside of Yolo County can be used as collateral, call a local bail or bond agent or contact a defense lawyer.

Click here for additional information on how to post bail at Monroe Detention Center.

Who can post Bail or Bond for a Defendant at Monroe Detention Center?

Anyone over the age of 18 who can produce a valid government-issued photo ID can post bail. Accepted forms of ID include a Photo Driver's License, Passport, or Motor Vehicle issued ID.

In many circumstances, if the defendant has the resources, they can post their own cash bail from jail.

Surety Bonds are arranged by a third party, typically a California state licensed Bail Bond firm.

Juveniles may only be bailed or bonded out of custody by a parent or legal guardian.

Yolo County Justice System Flowchart

When will the Cash Bail or Collateral be returned to me?

Money or collateral will not be returned until the defendant's court case is finished, so realistically it could take several months to years, depending on the severity of the charges. If a defendant posts his or her own bail, Yolo County Court may retain whatever amount of fines or fees have accumulated throughout the trial.

What happens to my Bail or Collateral if the Defendant misses Court?

The Yolo County Judge may order a failure to appear warrant for the person's arrest or the Judge may order a Bail Commissioner's Letter be issued that will be sent to the person with a new court date.

If cash bail was paid, the entire amount may be forfeited.

Monroe Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Monroe Detention Center there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Monroe Detention Center:
Inmate Name
Monroe Detention Center
140 Tony Diaz Drive
Woodland, CA 95776


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.


 

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Yolo County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Monroe Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select California, then select Monroe Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Monroe Detention Center.


 

How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Monroe Detention Center by Phone

Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)

  • Advance Pay - This phone account allows you to prepay so that your inmate can call you (and only you) whenever he/she wants and the cost of each call is deducted from your balance. You can even be notified by text when your balance gets low. You still have the option of accepting or rejecting each call.
  • Pin Debit  -  This option allows you to fund an inmate's commissary account and lets him pay for phone calls to you and others with the money. You will have no control over who your inmate calls.
  • Voicemail  -  You can leave a secure voicemail without having to contact the facility. When you call the local phone number for a facility offering Inmate Voicemail (call Customer Service at 877-650-4249 to get the local voicemail number for Monroe Detention Center, you will be informed of the cost for leaving a message. To leave your message, simply select the inmate by ID number. Then, record your voicemail.

For full instructions on the Monroe Detention Center Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.


 

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Yolo County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Monroe Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select California, then select Monroe Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
  • NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Monroe Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Yolo County.


 

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Yolo County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Monroe Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Select California, then select Monroe Detention Center, and then select the 'Send a Package Order' option.
  • Register and create an account with Access Securepak, for Yolo County.
  • Choose the inmate and the products you want shipped to them, and input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Yolo County at any one time.

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Monroe Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Yolo County.


 

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