In California, harassment refers to unwanted behavior that causes fear, distress, or emotional harm to another person. It can include:
Charges may be filed under Penal Code 646.9 (Stalking) or Penal Code 422 (Criminal Threats) depending on the severity.
Harassment can be classified as either, depending on the circumstances:
Both can result in arrest and require bail for release.
Once arrested, the defendant is booked and may be held in jail until a bail amount is set. Judges determine bail based on:
Bail amounts for harassment typically range from $5,000 to $50,000+, especially in felony cases or when a protective order is involved.
If the set bail is too high to pay in full, a bail bond agency can help by posting bail on your behalf for a percentage of the total—typically 10%. This enables the defendant to await trial at home and begin working on their legal defense.
Benefits of working with a bail bond service:
After release, the defendant must:
Violating these terms can lead to re-arrest and forfeiture of bail.
Harassment charges are serious—but they don’t have to define your future. Posting bail quickly allows for a stronger legal response and time to build your defense. If you or someone you know is facing harassment-related charges, contact our team today for fast, affordable, and confidential bail bond assistance.
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