son is in san diego county jail. how to i get him an attorney?

Can you put money in San Diego jail in person?

Rules and Regulations Regarding Mail Correspondence. If you wish to put money “on the books” in person, you may do so 24 hours a day / 7 days at this facility or during the business hours of any other San Diego Sheriff’s detention facility. Cash is accepted in person, as are any of the types of payment just noted above.

How do I bail someone out of jail in San Diego?

Once an inmate has been booked into the San Diego Central Jail, anyone can pay (or “post”) bail on his behalf. You can do this 24 hours a day / 7 days a week at this facility or at any other San Diego Sheriff’s Detention Facility, in accordance with that individual facility’s business hours.

How to contact an inmate at the San Diego Central Jail?

How to Contact an Inmate at the San Diego Central Jail When an inmate is booked into the SDCJ, he may make three free outgoing phone calls: one to his attorney, one to a bail agent and one to a friend/family member. While inmates may continue to make free local calls, long distance calls must be collect or placed with a calling card.

What does the audit say about San Diego County jails?

The audit criticizes the region’s largest law enforcement agency for neglecting to provide appropriate healthcare services to people serving time in local custody. And it notes that the Sheriff’s Department continues to take issue with independent reviews that have repeatedly found fault with the way San Diego County jails are managed.

How do you post bail for an inmate at San Diego Central Jail?

Once an inmate has been booked into the San Diego Central Jail, anyone can pay (or "post") bail on his behalf. You can do this 24 hours a day / 7 d...

How can I Get Inmate Information?

You can obtain information on inmates at the SDCJ 24 hours a day / 7 days a week by calling the Jail directly at (619) 615-2700, or visiting the Sa...

How can I contact an Inmate at the San Diego Central Jail?

When an inmate is booked into the SDCJ, he may make three free outgoing phone calls: one to his attorney, one to a bail agent and one to a friend/f...

How to pay San Diego County Sheriff's fees?

Fees can be paid by money order, certified check, or personal check. Please make checks payable to the "San Diego County Sheriff’s Department.". Cash is also accepted if presented in person. Provide Information on a Wanted Subject.

How to pay bail on warrant in San Diego?

You can pay the bail on your warrant by personal check or money order. Make checks or money orders payable to the "Clerk of the Court". Mail bail notices to the address shown on the notice or to the San Diego Sheriff’s Department: San Diego Sheriff’s Department Court Services. Attention: Warrants Division.

Where to post bail in San Diego?

If you want to post cash bail, you must make your payment at the court location on your notice or at the San Diego County Courthouse.

How to contact the warrant office?

For information regarding an outstanding warrant: Check our Warrants for Arrest service. Contact the Warrant Office at 858-974-2110. When calling, please be prepared to provide: First and Last Name of the person thought to have a warrant. Date of Birth. Warrant number, if available.

Why is discovery important?

Discovery is extremely important because it allows us to discuss the evidence the prosecutor has against you. The FDC is also sometimes called the plea bargaining conference. You must be present on time at the felony disposition conference.

How long does it take to get a police report?

Within a day or a few days after the arraignment , the prosecutor usually starts sending to our office some of the police reports, laboratory reports, and copies of evidence items regarding your case. These reports and evidence items are called "discovery". Sometimes it takes a long time to get all the discovery. Discovery is extremely important because it allows us to discuss the evidence the prosecutor has against you.

What is a NOLT offer?

An example of an offer by the prosecutor at FDC may be, "If defendant pleas guilty to count 1, the prosecutor will have No Opposition to Local Time at sentencing." This is referred to as a 'NOLT' offer: "no opposition to local time". This means that the prosecution could recommend that you be placed on probation for up to five years, that you be ordered to pay fines and restitution, that you serve a period in jail of up to 365 days, and/or other probationary terms.

How long does it take to get arraigned for trial?

If the preliminary hearing judge issues an order holding you to answer the charges at trial, then a date will be set for your arraignment for trial. Arraignment for trial is a very brief court appearance in front of a judge typically lasting two minutes or less. You must be present at the arraignment for trial.

What is a complaint in court?

The "complaint" lists the charges or crimes. The arraignment judge also sets your next court dates which are usually for both a Felony Disposition Conference (FDC) and a Preliminary Hearing. Sometimes a felony disposition conference is not set by the court.

What happens if you are in custody at the time of the FDC?

If you are in custody at the time of the FDC, the sheriff will bring you to the courtroom. If you are out of custody at the time of the FDC, you must arrive at the courtroom on time. Your attorney is required by law to tell you of the prosecutor's offer.

How long does it take for a trial to start?

The trial is required to begin within 60 days from the date of your trial court arraignment. You must be present every day of your trial.

How to find a non-enforcement process server in San Diego County?

You may locate a San Diego County registered process server by searching for "attorney support services" or "process serving" in a telephone directory or internet search.

Who must sign a garnishment order?

Instructions for garnishments, levies and earning withholding orders must be signed by the attorney of record or by the judgment creditor acting as his/her own attorney.

How many copies of each process per defendant to be served?

Summons and Complaints - Two copies of each process per defendant to be served.