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Avalon is the county's only island city, policed by the Sheriff's Department from a station on Sumner Avenue — and every custody question here turns on boat and helicopter transport.
Table Of Contents
Bail Bonds In Avalon
Arrest & Booking — What Happens First
LASD Avalon Station & Jurisdiction
Inmate Reception Center (IRC) — Where Defendants End Up
Inmate Reception Center (IRC) — 450 Bauchet Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Facility Map
Avalon's Court — Catalina Courthouse
What Bail Costs
Payment Plans
Who Qualifies
Why Choose The Bail Network
Common Avalon Charges
What We Need
Avalon FAQs
Other Los Angeles County Cities
Avalon, Los Angeles County
Bail Bonds In
Avalon, CA
Avalon was incorporated on June 26, 1913 and has roughly 3,460 residents (2020 Census) across about 2.89 square miles — the only incorporated city on Santa Catalina Island.
Policing is handled by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department out of Avalon Sheriff's Station at 215 Sumner Avenue, (310) 510-0174, which also covers the surrounding ocean waters and San Clemente Island.
Everything about bail here is shaped by geography. The island has no county housing jail, so a booking that is not released locally has to travel to the mainland by ferry or helicopter. Those schedules are limited and weather-dependent, which is exactly why moving fast on a bond matters more in Avalon than almost anywhere else in the county.
The Bail Network posts bonds for Avalon arrests 24/7. The premium is the state-regulated 10% of the bail amount, with as low as 1% down available for qualified cosigners.
Arrested in Avalon right now?
(213) 510-2764Call — give us the full name and date of birth and we determine exactly where the defendant is in the Avalon booking flow and have the bond ready the moment bail is set.
Avalon At A Glance
- Population~3,460 (2020 Census) · Santa Catalina Island
- IncorporatedJune 26, 1913 · Area: 2.89 sq mi
- PoliceLASD Avalon Station — 215 Sumner Ave · (310) 510-0174
- CoverageCatalina Island, surrounding ocean waters, and San Clemente Island
- CustodyStation holding on-island; mainland county custody requires boat or helicopter transport
- CourtCatalina Courthouse, 215 Sumner Ave (LA Superior Court, South District)
Arrest & Booking — What Happens First
Every Avalon arrest follows the same path. Here is each step, with the real contact at each one.
Find An InmateThe Arrest
Avalon Station deputies (LASD) make the arrest. Station: 215 Sumner Ave, Avalon, CA 90704 · (310) 510-0174, staffed 24 hours a day.
Holding On The Island
Initial processing happens at the station itself. There is no county housing jail on Catalina, so this is a holding step, not a long-term placement.
Transport To The Mainland
If the case is not resolved locally, transfer to mainland county custody depends on ferry or helicopter availability and weather. That timing is the biggest variable in an Avalon arrest and is not something the station controls minute to minute.
Call The Bail Network Immediately
Getting the bond in motion before a transport window matters here. We confirm where your loved one actually is — island or mainland — and post the moment bail is set.
LASD Avalon Station — Official Sources
Every number and address below is an official government source — the station that polices Avalon, the county department that runs the jails, and the intake facility a Avalon booking passes through. When information conflicts, trust these over any third-party site.
Avalon Sheriff's Station (LASD)
215 Sumner Ave, Avalon, CA 90704
(310) 510-0174
Serves the City of Avalon, Santa Catalina Island, the surrounding ocean waters, and San Clemente Island. Available 24 hours a day.
Whether a specific arrest is held on the island or transported to the mainland — and when transport runs — is decided case by case. Call the station before travelling.
Catalina Courthouse (LA Superior Court)
215 Sumner Ave, Avalon, CA 90704
The island branch court, in the same Sumner Avenue building as the Sheriff's station. Listed hours are 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday.
A direct courthouse phone number and the current sitting schedule are not independently confirmed here — check the Superior Court site or the notice to appear.
Inmate Reception Center (IRC)
450 Bauchet St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 893-5327
Countywide intake — booking, classification, and where The Bail Network posts the bond.
Nearest Jail Facility
Who Books Avalon Arrests — And Where They're Held
Avalon arrests are handled by the LASD Avalon Station from the first minute. That means there is no city jail step to wait through — booking runs through the LASD system, and the custody record posts countywide as soon as intake is complete. The facility below is where a Avalon booking typically routes.
Official LASD Inmate LocatorLASD Avalon Station
PolicingHandles policing for Avalon. Arrest reports and first-hour custody questions start here.
Inmate Reception Center (IRC)
BookingCountywide intake for Sheriff's Department bookings. Most men are classified here and housed at Men's Central Jail or Twin Towers on the same downtown complex. Booking from Avalon typically routes here — the Sheriff's Department can move someone between facilities during classification, so always confirm the current location before travelling.
Women In Custody
Women's FacilityWomen arrested anywhere in Los Angeles County — Avalon included — are generally housed at the Century Regional Detention Facility.
Finding A Avalon Inmate
24/7 SearchCall The Bail Network — give us the full name and date of birth and we search the county system for you, confirm the exact facility, and tell you the bail amount the moment it posts.
Where Bail Is Set
Bail is set once booking is complete, regardless of whether the arrest came from LASD Avalon Station. Most bail amounts follow the countywide schedule set under Penal Code §1269b — not a city-specific schedule — and a judge can raise or lower it at arraignment. If you cannot locate your loved one right after a Avalon-area arrest, call us and we will tell you exactly where they are.
Official Sources · This page provides general information only. It is not legal advice. Consult a licensed California attorney regarding your specific situation.
Inmate Reception Center (IRC) — 450 Bauchet Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
The Inmate Reception Center is the central intake point for the entire Los Angeles County jail system. It is not a Avalon facility — but once Avalon Sheriff's Station hands a booking to county custody, this is where the record is created and where the person actually is.
What happens here: booking, fingerprinting, photographing, and classification. Once someone is classified, they are assigned to a housing facility elsewhere in the county system — Men's Central Jail or Twin Towers downtown, or Century Regional Detention Facility in Lynwood for women. The IRC itself is a processing facility, not long-term housing, and it does not offer public visiting.
Processing at the IRC can take anywhere from a few hours to, in some documented cases, considerably longer before someone is fully classified and appears under an assigned facility. That is the single most common reason a search right after an arrest comes back empty — it does not mean the arrest did not happen.
Once bail is set — off the county schedule at booking, or by a judge at a later hearing — The Bail Network posts the bond directly at the IRC cashier, 24/7. This is also where bail is paid for anyone later transferred to the Pitchess complex in Castaic, since those facilities do not have their own cashier.
Inmate Reception Center — full page →Contact Numbers
All LASD-published. Call directly, or call us and we'll do it for you.
Booking
(213) 893-5327Release
(213) 893-5347Cashier's Office (bail payments, standard hours)
(213) 473-604924/7 Bail Cashier
(213) 893-5875the number that matters most for posting bail outside business hours
Inmate Property
(213) 893-4428
Facility Map — Both Locations An Arrest Touches
Avalon Sheriff's Station & Catalina Courthouse
215 Sumner Ave, Avalon, CA 90704
(310) 510-0174
The island's station and branch courthouse share the same Sumner Avenue address.
Get directionsInmate Reception Center
450 Bauchet St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 893-5327
Full booking, classification, and where The Bail Network posts your bond.
Get directionsAvalon's Court
Catalina Courthouse
215 Sumner Ave, Avalon, CA 90704
Office hours: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday
Catalina Courthouse has direct jurisdiction over cases from Santa Catalina Island, including the City of Avalon (South District). A very small branch court that shares the Sumner Avenue building with the Sheriff's station. Sitting days can be limited, so confirm the hearing date and location on the notice to appear. A direct courthouse phone number is not independently confirmed here.
Los Angeles Superior Court Catalina Courthouse bail bonds guideClara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center
210 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
The county's primary criminal courthouse, in the Civic Center and a short walk from the Bauchet Street jail complex.
Los Angeles Superior Court Foltz Criminal Justice Center guideCourt Dates & Case Records
Case information for Los Angeles County cases is published by the Superior Court. Missing a court date means a bench warrant and bond forfeiture — call us before a date is missed, not after.
Los Angeles Superior CourtBail Amounts In Avalon — And What It Costs You
Bail set at booking follows Los Angeles County's uniform bail schedule adopted under Penal Code §1269b, so amounts in Avalon match the countywide figures — there is no separate Avalon schedule. Premiums are regulated under Insurance Code §1800 and typically run 10% of the bail amount.
Bail Payment Breakdown
| Total Bail Amount | 10% Premium (Total Cost) | 1% Down (To Start) |
|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | $500 | $50 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 | $100 |
| $25,000 | $2,500 | $250 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 | $500 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 | $1,000 |
Examples only. The 1% tier requires approved credit and a qualifying cosigner.
How The Math Works
Bail is set at $25,000. California's regulated premium is 10%, so your cost is $2,500. The Bail Network posts the full $25,000 with the court. The premium is earned and non-refundable once the bond is posted — that is California Insurance Code §1800, not our policy. Qualifying families can arrange payment plans starting as low as 1% down.
What Bail Costs By Charge Level
Legal Authority
Bail schedules are set by the Los Angeles County Superior Court judges in accordance with California Penal Code §1269b. Specific amounts may vary based on prior convictions and special circumstances.
Payment Plans — How Families Actually Pay
The premium is regulated, but how you pay it is not one-size-fits-all. Qualifying families can start as low as 1% down and pay the balance on a written schedule.
Payment Plans
Flexible schedules on the premium itself — ask about monthly arrangements built around what you actually earn.
Collateral Options
Many bonds, especially lower-tier misdemeanors and first-offense DUIs, do not require collateral at all.
Multiple Payment Methods
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, ACH bank transfer, Zelle, and cash.
The 10% premium is non-refundable once the bond is posted, regardless of the case outcome — that is California law (Insurance Code §1800), not Bail Network policy.
Qualifications
Who Qualifies — Bail Denial And Down-Payment Tiers
Misdemeanor Arrests — Almost Always Bailable
The county bail schedule adopted under Penal Code §1269b applies, so no judge is required for most cases. Release is often same-day once bail is set and the bond is posted.
Felony Arrests — Usually Bailable
Bail is commonly set at arraignment, and Penal Code §1270.1 requires a formal hearing before release on certain serious or violent felonies.
Bail-Denial Cases — Bail May Be Denied
Under Article I, §12 of the California Constitution, bail can be denied for capital offenses and for violent or sexual-assault felonies where the evidence is strong. In re Humphrey (2021) requires courts to weigh ability to pay before setting an unaffordable amount.
Domestic Violence — Protective Orders Apply
An Emergency Protective Order is often issued at arrest, with a longer Criminal Protective Order possible at arraignment. No-contact conditions typically apply on release — read them carefully before going home.
When Bail Can Be Denied
Under Article I, §12 of the California Constitution, bail can be denied for capital offenses, and for felonies involving acts of violence or sexual assault on another person, when the facts are evident and the presumption of guilt is great.
In In re Humphrey (2021), the California Supreme Court held that a court cannot set bail an arrestee is unable to afford without first considering their ability to pay and less restrictive alternatives. That argument is made at the bail hearing itself.
Payment Options
Down-Payment Tiers
1% is the lowest down payment we offer, but 5% is generally the sweet spot for bail bond payments.
- 1%1% downLowest Down
Strongest cosigner profile — good credit, long employment, homeowner or verifiable equity.
- 3%3% down
Solid credit and stable work history, with a local cosigner.
- 5%5% downSweet Spot
Mixed credit or shorter work history, still with a qualifying cosigner.
- 10%10% down
No cosigner, thin credit, prior failure-to-appear history, or a high-exposure charge.
We tell you the tier you actually qualify for before anything is signed — never a low number quoted to get you off the phone.
Why Choose The Bail Network
24/7 Live Agents
Real people, every call, every day, including nights and holidays.
10% State-Regulated Rate
The premium is set under California law — no padding, no hidden fees.
Fast Booking Search
We often locate the custody record before you arrive at the facility.
Free House Calls
Mobile agents come to you when getting to an office is not realistic.
Licensed Across California
One team statewide, so there is no confusion about who handles what.
Federal & Immigration Bonds
The full range of case types handled with the same care as a county bond.
Common Avalon Charges — From DUI To Felony
Avalon's caseload skews toward alcohol-related, boating, and visitor-season incidents, but the county bail schedule and charge categories are identical to the mainland.
DUI / DWI Bail Bonds
24-hour bail for drunk-driving arrests under Vehicle Code §23152.
Domestic Violence Bail Bonds
Bail and protective-order guidance for PC §273.5 and §243(e)(1) cases.
Drug Possession & Drug Charge Bail Bonds
Bail for possession, sales, trafficking, and prescription-related cases.
Theft Bail Bonds
Bail for petty theft, grand theft, shoplifting, and receipt of stolen property.
Burglary Bail Bonds
Bail for first-degree, second-degree, and auto burglary under PC §459.
Robbery Bail Bonds
Bail for armed and unarmed robbery charges under PC §211.
Warrant Bail Bonds
Clear bench warrants and arrest warrants fast without unnecessary jail time.
Elder Abuse Bail Bonds
Bail for financial, physical, or neglect-based elder abuse charges.
Manslaughter Bail Bonds
Bail for voluntary, involuntary, and vehicular manslaughter under PC §192.
Murder Charge Bail Bonds
Bail for first-degree and second-degree murder charges under PC §187.
Misdemeanor Bail Bonds
Bail for misdemeanors with quick release and flexible payment plans.
Felony Bail Bonds
Bail for felony charges and serious criminal allegations.
Traffic & Vehicle Code Bail Bonds
Bail for reckless driving, hit-and-run, and suspended-license arrests.
Assault & Battery Bail Bonds
Bail for simple battery, assault, and aggravated assault cases.
Failure To Appear (FTA) Bail Bonds
Bail for FTA warrants and missed court dates.
Probation Violation Bail Bonds
Bail for technical and substantive probation violations.
Weapons Charge Bail Bonds
Bail for illegal firearm, concealed carry, and weapons allegations.
Federal Charge Bail Bonds
Bail for federal court charges and pretrial release.
Immigration Bonds
Bonds for ICE detainers and immigration court proceedings.
What We Need — Info That Speeds Things Up
The more of this you have when you call, the faster we can locate the defendant and start the bond. Missing a few details? Call anyway — we can usually find the record with just a name and a city.
Find An InmateFull Legal Name
The defendant's full legal name, spelled exactly as it appears on their ID — this is how the jail system indexes them.
Date Of Birth
Their date of birth. Common names return dozens of matches; the DOB is how we confirm we have the right person.
Arrest Location
The city where the arrest happened, and the facility if you know it. This tells us which agency is holding them.
Booking Number
The booking number, if it has been issued yet. Not required — if you don't have it, we locate the record ourselves.
Your Contact Info
Your full name and a phone number that actually reaches you — release updates move fast once the bond is posted.
Your Relationship
Your relationship to the defendant. This shapes how the bond, payment plan, and any cosigner paperwork are structured.
Avalon FAQs
Is there a jail on Catalina Island?
Avalon Sheriff's Station at 215 Sumner Avenue is the island's law enforcement facility and is staffed 24 hours a day, (310) 510-0174. It is a station holding point, not a county housing jail — anyone held longer is moved to the mainland county system, and that transfer depends on boat or helicopter transport.
How does transport off the island affect bail?
It is the single biggest difference from a mainland arrest. Ferry and helicopter service run on schedules and are weather-dependent, so a transfer can be delayed by hours. Posting the bond before a transfer window closes can be the difference between release on the island and a night in the county system.
Which court hears an Avalon case?
Catalina Courthouse at 215 Sumner Avenue is the island branch of Los Angeles County Superior Court, in the South District. Because it is a small courthouse with limited sitting days, always confirm the date and location printed on the notice to appear.
How much does a bail bond cost in Avalon?
Bail follows the countywide Los Angeles bail schedule adopted under Penal Code §1269b — there is no separate island schedule. Premiums are regulated under Insurance Code §1800 and typically run 10% of the bail amount, with as low as 1% down for qualified cosigners. The amount that applies to a Avalon arrest comes from that schedule, and the judge at Catalina Courthouse can raise, lower, or release on own recognizance at arraignment.
Can bail be arranged from the mainland?
Yes, and usually it has to be. Paperwork is signed electronically and payment is handled remotely, so a family on the mainland can start the bond immediately without waiting for a boat.
Other Los Angeles County Cities — Near Avalon
Avalon is the only incorporated city on Santa Catalina Island, so it has no neighboring cities within Los Angeles County — everything else is a boat or helicopter ride away. Use the county hub below for the mainland cities, jails, and courthouses we cover.