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Costa Mesa PD runs its own 24-bed jail at 99 Fair Drive, which is why someone arrested here can be held in the city for a day or more before ever appearing in the county system.
Table Of Contents
Bail Bonds In Costa Mesa
Arrest & Booking — What Happens First
Costa Mesa Police Department & Jurisdiction
Intake Release Center (IRC) — Where Defendants End Up
Intake Release Center (IRC), Santa Ana
Facility Map
Costa Mesa's Court — West Justice Center — Westminster
What Bail Costs
Payment Plans
Who Qualifies
Why Choose The Bail Network
Common Costa Mesa Charges
What We Need
Costa Mesa FAQs
Other Orange County Cities
Costa Mesa, Orange County
Bail Bonds In
Costa Mesa, CA
Costa Mesa incorporated on June 29, 1953, covers roughly 15.7 square miles and holds a population around 110,000. The Costa Mesa Police Department was formed the same year the city was and today runs about 130 sworn officers within roughly 196 total employees.
The detail that changes a bail call here is the jail. Costa Mesa PD operates its own Type 1 facility at 99 Fair Drive — the city describes it as a 24-bed jail housing arrestees before court or release, typically for 24 to 48 hours. That means a Costa Mesa arrest may never appear in an Orange County Sheriff's inmate search at all during the first day.
The department also contracts its air support from the Huntington Beach Police Department, an arrangement documented on Costa Mesa's own site. And per the court's designation list, criminal and traffic cases from Costa Mesa are filed at the West Justice Center in Westminster.
Arrested in Costa Mesa right now?
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Costa Mesa At A Glance
- IncorporatedJune 29, 1953
- Population109,436 (California Department of Finance E-1 estimate, January 1, 2026)
- Land areaAbout 15.7 square miles (not confirmed to a decimal from a primary source)
- PoliceCosta Mesa Police Department, formed 1953 — about 130 sworn, 196 employees
- City jail24-bed Type 1 facility at 99 Fair Drive, typically 24–48 hour holds
- CourthouseWest Justice Center, Westminster — listed on the court's designation list, but not independently confirmed by name. Confirm the courthouse printed on the paperwork.
Arrest & Booking — What Happens First
Every Costa Mesa arrest follows the same path. Here is each step, with the real contact at each one.
Find An InmateArrest by Costa Mesa PD
Costa Mesa Police Department, 99 Fair Drive, (714) 754-5252.
Held in the city jail
The department's own 24-bed Type 1 jail holds arrestees before court or release — the city describes typical stays of 24 to 48 hours. Bail can often be handled here rather than in Santa Ana.
Transfer to county custody, if it happens
Where the case requires it, the person is moved to the Intake Release Center at 550 N. Flower St in Santa Ana. Only then does the county inmate search show them.
Bail is set
From the Orange County bail schedule; a judge can change it at arraignment in Westminster.
Bond posted
We confirm first whether the person is still at the Costa Mesa jail or has been transferred, then post at the right counter. Guessing wrong costs hours.
Costa Mesa Police Department — Official Sources
Every number and address below is an official government source — the station that polices Costa Mesa, the county department that runs the jails, and the intake facility a Costa Mesa booking passes through. When information conflicts, trust these over any third-party site.
Costa Mesa Police Department
99 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 754-5252
Independent municipal department formed in 1953. Air support is contracted from Huntington Beach PD.
Costa Mesa City Jail (Jail Operations)
99 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
The city describes a 24-bed Type 1 jail housing arrestees before court or release, typically 24 to 48 hours.
City jail programs open and close without notice. We call the department to confirm the person is still held there before anything is signed.
West Justice Center — Westminster
8141 13th St, Westminster, CA 92683-4593
(657) 622-5900
Costa Mesa criminal and traffic filings are designated here. Civil filings go to the Central Justice Center in Santa Ana.
Intake Release Center — Santa Ana
550 N. Flower St, Santa Ana, CA 92703
(714) 647-6063
Where a Sheriff's booking from any of these cities is processed. Bail cashier window (714) 647-6085, open 24 hours.
Lamoreaux Justice Center
341 The City Dr S, Orange, CA 92868
(657) 622-6878
Juvenile, family law and domestic violence calendars for this part of the county. If the person arrested is a minor, this is the building — not Harbor.
Nearest Jail Facility
Who Books Costa Mesa Arrests — And Where They're Held
Costa Mesa arrests start with the Costa Mesa Police Department's own facility before any transfer into county custody, so a county search in the first hours can legitimately come back empty. Once the transfer happens, the county system below is where the record lives.
Official OCSD Inmate LocatorCosta Mesa Police Department
PolicingCosta Mesa's own police department handles the initial arrest and any local holding before a county transfer. Arrest reports and first-hour custody questions start here.
Costa Mesa Jail
City BookingCosta Mesa runs its own police department jail. A booking here can be held locally before any transfer to county custody — which is why a county inmate search can come back empty in the first hours.
Intake Release Center (IRC)
BookingCountywide intake and release for Orange County Sheriff's Department bookings, in the Santa Ana jail complex alongside the Central Men's and Central Women's Jails. The cashier window here takes bail 24 hours a day. Booking from Costa Mesa 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 Orange County — Costa Mesa included — are generally housed at the Central Women's Jail.
Finding A Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa Police Department. 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 Costa Mesa-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.
Intake Release Center (IRC), Santa Ana
Costa Mesa runs its own police department, so the first hours look different from a Sheriff's contract city. Costa Mesa PD runs its own 24-bed jail at 99 Fair Drive, so someone can be held in the city for a day or two before any transfer to the county Intake Release Center in Santa Ana.
Once the transfer happens, the county Intake Release Center handles booking, classification and release. Men are housed at the Central Men's Jail or moved out to Theo Lacy in Orange; women stay in the Central Women's Jail in the same Santa Ana complex.
Two counters can be in play: the Costa Mesa Police Department while the person is still at the department, and the IRC once county booking is complete. We check both rather than guessing.
The cashier window at the IRC takes bail 24 hours a day. The Theo Lacy cashier does not — it runs 8am to 5pm — which is why an overnight bond almost always gets posted in Santa Ana.
Orange County jail systemContact Numbers
All OCSD-published. Call directly, or call us and we'll do it for you.
Intake Release Center
(714) 647-6063Bail cashier (24 hours)
(714) 647-6085Open around the clock at the IRC.
Inmate information line
(855) 886-5400
Facility Map — Both Locations An Arrest Touches
Costa Mesa Police Department & City Jail
99 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 754-5252
Police headquarters and the city's own 24-bed Type 1 jail.
Get directionsIntake Release Center
550 N. Flower St, Santa Ana, CA 92703
(714) 647-6063
County booking and the 24-hour bail cashier window.
Get directionsWest Justice Center
8141 13th St, Westminster, CA 92683-4593
(657) 622-5900
Where Costa Mesa criminal and traffic cases are heard.
Get directionsCosta Mesa's Court
West Justice Center — Westminster
8141 13th St, Westminster, CA 92683-4593
(657) 622-5900
Office hours: Public counter hours are not published on the court's own location page — call before making the drive.
West Justice Center — Westminster has direct jurisdiction over cases from Criminal and traffic filings for west Orange County. Confirmed through the court's own sources as the courthouse serving Westminster, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach and Seal Beach, along with other west county cities such as Stanton.. Formally the Stephen K. Tamura West Justice Center. A full-security courthouse — everyone passes through weapons screening.
Orange County Superior Court West Justice Center — Westminster bail bonds guideCentral Justice Center — Santa Ana
700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Orange County's main courthouse, in the Santa Ana Civic Center beside the county jail complex. Serious felony matters from anywhere in the county can end up here even when the case starts at a branch court.
Orange County Superior Court Orange County courthouse overviewCourt Dates & Case Records
The court's own case index. It is the authoritative source for the next court date — not a third-party mugshot or records site.
Orange County Superior Court case accessBail Amounts In Costa Mesa — And What It Costs You
Bail set at booking follows Orange County's uniform bail schedule adopted under Penal Code §1269b, so amounts in Costa Mesa match the countywide figures — there is no separate Costa Mesa 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 Orange 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 Costa Mesa Charges — From DUI To Felony
We write bonds on the full range of California charges. Each page below explains the statute, the typical bail range, and what it takes to get someone released.
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.
Costa Mesa FAQs
We know families have urgent questions when a loved one is in custody. Here are answers to the questions we hear most.
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