Highland, like many cities in San Bernardino County, sees a wide range of criminal charges. At Cali Bail Bonds, we’ve helped hundreds of families navigate the bail process for both minor and serious offenses. Below are the five most common charges in Highland, along with important details about how bail works for each.
California Penal Code § 273.5 makes it a crime to inflict a physical injury on a current or former spouse, cohabitant, or romantic partner, resulting in a visible injury or “traumatic condition.”
- ⚖️ Charge Type: Wobbler — can be filed as a misdemeanor or felony depending on the circumstances and prior history
- 💵 Bail Range: $25,000–$50,000+
- 📝 Common Situations: Domestic disputes that escalate to physical violence, 911 calls from neighbors, visible bruising or injuries documented by police
- 💡 Bail Tip: We can help you qualify for 1% bail and work quickly to secure release before a transfer to Central Detention Center.
Vehicle Code § 23152 makes it illegal to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both.
- ⚖️ Charge Type: Misdemeanor for first offenses; Felony if there’s injury, prior convictions, or children in the vehicle
- 💵 Bail Range: $5,000–$15,000
- 🚓 Common Situations: DUI checkpoints, BAC over 0.08%, traffic stops, failure to complete sobriety tests
- 📲 Bail Tip: Many DUI cases qualify for same-day release using our digital forms and online payment system—no office visit required.
Health & Safety Code § 11350(a) prohibits the possession of narcotics like cocaine, heroin, and prescription drugs without a valid prescription.
- ⚖️ Charge Type: Misdemeanor (reduced under Prop 47 for most first-time, non-violent offenders)
- 💵 Bail Range: $2,500–$10,000
- 💊 Common Substances: Fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine, Xanax, Oxycodone, ecstasy
- 💡 Bail Tip: Most first-time drug possession charges are eligible for quick, no-collateral bail, especially with a clean record.
Penal Code § 459 defines burglary as entering a structure (residential, commercial, or vehicle) with the intent to commit theft or any felony, even without forced entry.
- ⚖️ Charge Type: Felony
- First-Degree (Residential): Serious felony
- Second-Degree (Commercial): Still a felony, but less severe
- 💵 Bail Range: $20,000–$50,000+
- 🏠 Common Situations: Breaking into homes, garages, businesses, or cars with the intent to steal
- 💡 Bail Tip: Burglary charges can carry high bail, but we offer flexible payment plans and fast approval—often same day.
California Penal Code §§ 484 and 488 cover the unlawful taking of property valued at under $950, commonly known as petty theft.
- ⚖️ Charge Type: Misdemeanor
- 💵 Bail Range: $1,000–$5,000
- 🛍️ Common Situations: Shoplifting, stealing from unlocked vehicles, disputes over borrowed items, theft from employers
- 📲 Bail Tip: We can complete the entire bail process online within minutes for minor theft charges—fast, private, and secure.
If your loved one has been arrested for any of these charges in Highland, Cali Bail Bonds is available 24/7 to help. We’ll explain your options, assist with paperwork, and post bail quickly to get them back home. Call us now for a free consultation.
