Bail Bonds for Receiving Stolen Property Charges
A receiving stolen property arrest raises many questions for loved ones. Here is how bail generally works for this kind of charge, and who to ask for case-specific answers.
Understanding a Receiving Stolen Property Arrest
A receiving stolen property charge generally involves knowingly having stolen goods. The exact charge, and whether it is treated as a misdemeanor or a felony, varies with the facts and is decided by prosecutors and the court. The value of the property can matter.
How Bail Is Set for Receiving Stolen Property Charges
After booking, bail is usually taken from the county bail schedule, which lists an amount for each type of charge. The judge can change it at a hearing, taking into account the charge, the person's history and other factors. A bondsperson does not set the amount.
Practical Tip for Families
Check with the attorney how the value of the property is being counted, since it can affect the charge level.
After Booking: What Families Can Do
- Speak to a criminal defense attorney about the charge and about asking for a bail change
- Call a licensed bondsperson to ask how a bond would work
- Check with the facility for the inmate booking number and the bail amount
- Ask whether the person can be released on the schedule or must see a judge
What to Have Ready Before You Call
Gather what you can from this list before you call:
- The jail or station where the person is held
- The charges, if known
- Your own name and phone number
- The person's full legal name and date of birth
- The booking number, if you have it
Talk to Bail Bonds Monterey Park Experts
Bail Bonds Monterey Park Experts is based at 220 S. Glendora Ave Suite J, Glendora, CA 91741 and takes calls at (626) 513-8778 (open 24 hours / 7 days). For a receiving stolen property arrest, an agent can explain how bonds work in Los Angeles County, where people are held after an arrest by Monterey Park Police Department, such as Men's Central Jail, and which courthouse, for example Alhambra Courthouse (serving Monterey Park), hears the case.
A Note on Limits
A bail agent can explain how a bond works and what the written agreement requires of the person who signs. A bail agent cannot give legal advice, predict how a case will end or influence the court. For questions about a charge, speak with a criminal defense attorney.
Is receiving stolen property a bailable offense in California?
In most cases a person arrested on this kind of charge can be offered bail, though some serious charges need a judge's review first. Check with the facility or an attorney about the specific case.
Can a bail agent give advice about a receiving stolen property charge?
A bail agent can explain how a bond works but cannot give legal advice about the charge. A criminal defense attorney can.