Humboldt County Correctional Facility Inmate Bail & Bonds

Humboldt County Correctional Facility

Address:
901 5th Street
Eureka, CA 95501

Phone:

707-441-5159

How do Bail Bonds work at Humboldt County Correctional Facility

Humboldt County Correctional Facility Bail and Bond Information

Two methods:

  1. CASH BAIL - Cash bail may be posted by anyone, including the inmate. Cash, traveler's checks, money orders, and certified checks in the exact amount of bail made out to "Humboldt Superior Court". Personal and business checks are not accepted.
  2. BAIL BOND - A bail bond executed by a licensed bail agent is the second method to bail a inmate out of the facility.
  • You can pay a cash bond yourself, or use your home in Humboldt 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 Humboldt County, and if they don't, then they take the financial 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 707-441-5159 to find out the exact bond (plus other fees) amount, or look it up online by looking up the information on the Humboldt County inmate locator.

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

Please call the jail at 707-441-5159 for the type of bond and any information that is required for a particular individual at Humboldt County Correctional Facility.
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 Humboldt County

Because Humboldt County and California can change their bail bond procedures, it is always best to call either the Humboldt County Correctional Facility at 707-441-5159, 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 Humboldt County Correctional Facility or the Humboldt 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 Humboldt County Correctional Facility

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 Humboldt County Correctional Facility 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 Humboldt County Correctional Facility where the defendant is being held, but usually to the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office or to the Humboldt 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 Humboldt County Correctional Facility

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 Humboldt County Correctional Facility

If you are a landowner in Humboldt County you may be able to post a property bond. Property within Humboldt 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 Humboldt 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 Humboldt County Correctional Facility.

Who can post Bail or Bond for a Defendant at Humboldt County Correctional Facility?

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.

Humboldt 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, Humboldt 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 Humboldt 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.

Humboldt County Correctional Facility now offers Homewav ComPAS™ (Portable Access System) tablets to their inmates.


 
Homewav is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for phone, visits, messages, education, self-help and entertainment.

Questions:

To learn more about Homewav tablets, the dozens of features, cost and how to get one delivered to your inmate, check out our Inmate Tablet page.


 

Humboldt County Correctional Facility Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Humboldt County Correctional Facility 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 Humboldt County Correctional Facility:
Inmate's Full Name
Humboldt County Correctional Facility
901 5th Street
Eureka, CA 95501


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 Visit or Email an Inmate in Humboldt County California or visiting an inmate at the jail

To visit or email an inmate in Humboldt County follow these steps:

  • In addition to visiting inmates at the jail, Humboldt County Correctional Facility uses a video visitation service called HomeWav.
  • Register and Sign Up Here.
  • Complete all steps of the registration process to get full access to Humboldt County Correctional Facility inmate communication services.
  • Add ‘Talk to me Funds’ to your account using your credit or debit card.
  • Then you just wait for your Humboldt County inmate to communicate.
    How do you add Funds to your account?
  • Once you are logged in, click “Add Talk to Me Funds".
  • Type in the amount of dollars you want to add to your account.
  • Click “Update”.
  • Choose a way to pay (Credit, debit, or prepaid card).

Who do you contact if you are having any problems arranging the remote video visit, phoning or emailing of an inmate in Humboldt County?
Call HomeWav support at 314-764-2872, or toll free 844-394-6639.
Monday – Friday 
9:00AM to 6:00PM EST
Saturday – Sunday 
8:00AM to 6:00PM EST

NOTE: All communications between you and your inmate at Humboldt County Correctional Facility will be recorded and stored. Do not discuss your inmate's case or other sensitive information as it can be used against them (or you) in court.

For full instructions on all the benefits of using Homewav to visit a Humboldt County inmate, visiting an inmate at the jail itself, email and texting an inmate, rates, policies, rules, dress codes, bringing children, attorney and clergy visits and more, go to our official Visit Inmate Page. 


 

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

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Humboldt County Correctional Facility follow these steps:

  • Select California, then select Humboldt County Correctional Facility, and then select the 'Send a Package Order' option.
  • Register and create an account with Access Securepak, for Humboldt 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 Humboldt County at any one time.

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Humboldt County Correctional Facility check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Humboldt County.


 

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Humboldt County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Humboldt County Correctional Facility follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select California, then select Humboldt County Correctional Facility, 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 Humboldt County Correctional Facility.


 

How Do Inmates in Humboldt County Correctional Facility Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Humboldt County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

  • Humboldt County Correctional Facility uses the services of IC Solutions.
  • Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407
  • Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
  • Services for Humboldt County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits, Purchasing Calling Cards, Voicemail & Prepaid calls.  In addition, IC Solutions provides secure messaging, sending photos, video phone calls and online deposits for inmates and their families in Humboldt County.
  • Although rates are subject to change, they generally run about $0.21 per minute for phone calls.

Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Humboldt County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.


 

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