Oxnard bail bonds · Direct local help
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Meet Martin Basaldua
Owner of Superior Bail Bonds
Call Martin Basaldua, a licensed California bail agent serving Oxnard and Ventura County. If all you have is a name, that is enough to begin.
Visit Superior Bail BondsCalls are answered 24 hours a day, including nights and weekends. Atención disponible en español.
CA Dept. of Insurance Lic. #1840584 & #0840584
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Local guidance · English & Español
Most people who need a bail bond have never used one before. They are trying to help a family member at an hour when nothing is open, unsure what bail even costs, and wary of being taken advantage of. That caution is healthy — this page is built around it.
Martin Basaldua has been a licensed bail agent in Ventura County for more than two decades. He is the owner of Superior Bail Bonds and answers calls for this office himself. Everything below is written to answer the questions families in Oxnard actually ask, in plain language, before anyone asks you for a dollar.
- AgentMartin Basaldua
- Licensed since1998 · own agency since 2002
- LicensesCA DOI #1840584 & #0840584
- Office1825 N Oxnard Blvd, Ste 6, Oxnard
- CoverageVentura, Santa Barbara & LA Counties
- LanguagesEnglish & Español
What happens when you call
Four steps, in the order they actually happen.
You will know where things stand after the first phone call — what the bail is, what it will cost, and how soon the bond can be posted.
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You call, a person answers
No answering service and no phone tree. Martin picks up, or calls you right back. Tell him the person's name and, if you know it, where they were arrested.
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We find the booking details
Full legal name, date of birth, the holding facility, charges, and the bail amount set by the county bail schedule. If bail hasn't been set yet, you'll learn when it will be.
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You get the full price up front
The premium, any payment arrangement, and exactly what you'd be signing as a co-signer — stated before you agree to anything. Ask for the applicable premium, any expenses, and the payment terms in writing.
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The bond is posted
Paperwork is completed and the bond goes to the jail. Release timing is then in the jail's hands — usually hours, not minutes. Martin will tell you realistically what to expect for that facility, that day.
What it costs
Know the full cost before you sign.
California surety companies file their rates with the Department of Insurance. Prices can differ between companies, and lawful rebates may be available. Compare the full premium, any additional expenses, payment terms, and collateral requirements before signing.
A common premium — an illustration
10%
of the total bail amount is a common premium. Your written quote should confirm the applicable rate and any additional expenses. The premium pays for the bond; it is generally non-refundable once the bond is posted.
Official California bail bond guidance
Example: At a 10% rate, a $20,000 bail has a $2,000 premium, before any additional expenses. That is the cost of the bond itself — not a deposit toward bail.
- Payment arrangements are often possible — ask directly at (805) 639-0023.
- An advertised down payment may be only part of the total cost. Ask for the full premium and remaining balance.
- You will be shown the full contract and your co-signer obligations before signing anything.
Before you sign
What a co-signer is actually agreeing to.
A co-signer — sometimes called an indemnitor — is not a reference or a character witness. It is a financial commitment. These are the questions to ask before you put your name on the contract.
Am I guaranteeing the whole bail amount?
Yes, potentially. If the person released misses court and the bond is forfeited, the co-signer can be responsible for the full bail amount, not just the premium. Understand this clearly before signing.
What am I paying, and when?
Confirm the premium and what is due before the bond is posted. If you are arranging payments instead of paying in full, get the schedule in writing: amounts, dates, and what happens if a payment is missed.
Is collateral required, and when do I get it back?
It depends on the bond. If collateral is part of your agreement, the contract should say exactly what property is held and the conditions for its return — typically after the case concludes and all obligations are met.
What is my role after release?
Make sure the person attends every court date. Mark the dates, help with reminders, and keep the bail agent's number close. If a date is missed or a court notice arrives, call immediately — early action almost always changes the outcome.
Can more than one family member share this?
Often, yes — responsibilities and payments can sometimes be split between co-signers. Ask when you call so the arrangement fits your family instead of stretching one person.
Oxnard & Ventura County
Find someone in custody in Ventura County.
Start with the official inmate search.
Use the Ventura County Sheriff’s inmate search to check custody information. Keep the person’s full name handy and confirm their current facility before traveling.
If the search will not load or you need help, call county inmate information at (805) 654-3335. This is the county’s information line, separate from Martin’s bail bond service.
Phone source: Ventura County District Attorney. Checked September 18, 2026.
The Oxnard Police Department is a holding facility. After booking, arrestees are transferred to county custody in Ventura — usually the Pre-Trial Detention Facility, with some people housed at Todd Road Jail in Santa Paula. Bail is posted at the county facility, and releases are processed there.
Where arrests begin
Oxnard Police Department
251 S "C" StreetOxnard, CA 93030
Non-emergency: (805) 385-7740
Arrestees are booked and briefly held here before transfer to county custody. The department does not process bail releases.
Where most bail is posted
Pre-Trial Detention Facility
800 S Victoria AvenueVentura, CA 93009
Inmate info: (805) 654-3335
The Ventura County Sheriff's main custody facility. Confirm where someone is held with the official inmate search, and see the Sheriff's posting bail page for accepted payment methods.
Overflow housing
Todd Road Jail
600 S Todd RoadSanta Paula, CA 93060
(805) 933-8501
Some people in county custody are housed at Todd Road Jail in Santa Paula rather than Ventura. The inmate search shows which facility, so the bond goes to the right place the first time.
Where court happens
Ventura County Superior Court
Hall of Justice, 800 S Victoria AvenueVentura, CA 93009
Main: (805) 289-8900
Criminal arraignments for Oxnard arrests are heard at the Hall of Justice. Bail amounts follow the county's official bail schedule. Clerk's windows: weekdays, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Questions families ask
Straight answers, before you call.
A bail bond premium is commonly 10% of the total bail amount. At that rate, a $20,000 bail would have a $2,000 premium. Surety companies file their rates with the California Department of Insurance. Rates can differ, and lawful rebates may be available. Ask for the premium and any additional expenses in writing. The premium pays for the bond and is generally non-refundable once the bond is posted.
If you can, have the person's full name and date of birth, the jail or police department holding them, the booking number if one has been assigned, and the charges if you know them. You do not need all of this to call — if you only have a name, Martin can help you find the rest.
Two different clocks are involved. Posting the bond is usually the fast part and can often be done within an hour of your call. Release is controlled by the jail, not by the bail agent — booking, bail verification, and release processing take additional hours, and timing depends on how busy the facility is. Anyone who promises an exact release time is guessing.
As a co-signer (also called an indemnitor), you pay the premium and agree to be responsible for the full bail amount if the person does not appear in court. You are also agreeing to help make sure they attend every court date. Read the contract before signing and ask Martin to explain anything that is unclear.
No. The premium is the bail company's fee for taking on the full bail amount with the court, and it is earned when the person is released. It is not returned when the case ends, regardless of the outcome.
It depends on the bail amount and the situation. Many bonds are written without property collateral. Ask when you call, and be cautious of any company that makes big promises about "no collateral" before knowing anything about the case.
Payment arrangements are often possible. The details depend on the amount and your situation — ask Martin directly at (805) 639-0023 and he will tell you honestly what can and cannot be done.
People arrested in Oxnard are first held at the Oxnard Police Department at 251 S "C" Street, then transferred to county custody — most to the Pre-Trial Detention Facility at 800 S Victoria Avenue in Ventura, some to Todd Road Jail in Santa Paula. Bail is posted at the county facility.
Use the Ventura County Sheriff's official inmate search — it shows the facility, booking number, and charges. You can also call the Sheriff's inmate information line at (805) 654-3335. If you'd rather not search yourself, call Martin with the person's full name and he will locate the booking details for you.
Yes. Booking and release at county jails run around the clock, and this office takes calls 24 hours a day. The release process may move more slowly at busy times, but you do not have to wait for business hours to start.
Call the bail agent immediately — the sooner, the better. A missed date can lead the court to forfeit the bond, which puts the full bail amount at risk for the co-signer. Often the situation can be addressed by getting the person back before the court quickly, but you should not wait to ask.
Contact
One phone number. A person answers.
Day or night, the fastest way to reach Martin is by phone. Tell him what you know — even if it's just a name — and he'll take it from there.
This website is for general information and is not legal advice. A bail bond is a contract — read it fully and ask questions before signing. Martin Basaldua is a licensed bail agent, not an attorney, and cannot recommend or refer one.
- Phone — 24 hours
- (805) 639-0023
- Office
- 1825 N Oxnard Boulevard, Suite 6
Oxnard, CA 93030 - Agent
- Martin Basaldua, Owner
Superior Bail Bonds - Licenses
- CA Dept. of Insurance
#1840584 & #0840584 - Coverage
- Ventura, Santa Barbara,
& Los Angeles Counties - Languages
- English & Español