San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles

Sherman Oaks Bail Bonds, Jail and Court Together

By Jane Un, licensed bail agent #1843448. Updated October 29, 2026.

Here is one thing that makes Sherman Oaks different. The police station, the Valley jail and the main Valley criminal court are all on or beside Sylmar Avenue in Van Nuys, a short drive from Ventura Boulevard.

That helps a worried family. Our line is (213) 725-2815 and a person picks up at any hour. We will explain what is likely to happen, who to call and how 1% down on approved credit can fit the bail. You can also start the application online while you wait.

Sherman Oaks at a glance

One address, three steps

Sherman Oaks is in LAPD Van Nuys Division. The station is at 6240 Sylmar Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91401, phone 818-374-9500. The Valley Jail Section is at the same address, and the Van Nuys courthouse is next door at 6230 Sylmar. Our Van Nuys station page has the details.

So a person arrested on Ventura Boulevard or near the Galleria is usually processed at one place, and the first court appearance is a walk away. LAPD can still move people, so call before driving.

That is unusual in Los Angeles. In many neighborhoods the station, the jail and the courthouse are miles apart, and families spend a long night driving between them. Here the same block holds all three, which is why families from Sherman Oaks often reach the right counter on the first try.

Sherman Oaks has ZIP codes 91403, 91423 and 91411, runs from Mulholland Drive down to the Los Angeles River, and borders Studio City, Encino, Valley Village and Van Nuys.

The Valley Jail Section

The Valley Jail Section takes bail around the clock. The phone is 818-374-9645. Visiting is limited, with weekday windows and a morning window on weekends and holidays, and a bail agent can usually see a client at times the family cannot.

Because some LAPD jails have had staffing gaps, the Valley jail has also been used for medical clearance of people arrested in other areas. That does not change your steps, but it is another reason to call 213-473-6100 and confirm.

Bail at an LAPD jail can be posted 24 hours a day. Our agent can meet you and handle the bond paperwork so you are not standing in a lobby unsure of the form. Bring a photo ID. If the person is a woman, she may be moved to the county women's jail in Lynwood later, and we can still post bond there.

Getting there from Ventura Boulevard

From most of Sherman Oaks, take Van Nuys Boulevard or Sepulveda Boulevard to Oxnard or Burbank, then to Sylmar. The 101 and the 405 meet right in Sherman Oaks, so the freeway can move fast at 2 AM and crawl at 5 PM. Plan on 15 to 20 minutes at night.

Parking near the courthouse fills up on weekday mornings. Arrive early and bring a photo ID.

Everyday arrests in Sherman Oaks

Sherman Oaks mixes quiet hillside streets with the busy Ventura Boulevard strip, the Galleria, restaurants and apartment towers. Calls to us come after DUI stops on the way home, domestic disputes, shoplifting and drug possession cases.

The charge sets the bail amount, not the street. To see how it works in California, read how much bail costs. Our guide to 1% down vs 10% bail explains how a payment plan compares to paying the whole premium at once.

Domestic disputes deserve a special note. Courts often issue protective orders at the first hearing, and the person may be told not to contact or go home to the other party. Ask the court clerk what the order says. Ignoring it can add a new charge. If you need somewhere for the person to stay after release, plan it before the bond is posted.

What a co-signer and approval look like

A co-signer is an adult who promises that the person will go to every court date and who agrees to the balance. Many Sherman Oaks families have a homeowner or a parent with steady work who can help. Proof of income, such as pay stubs or bank statements, makes the review smoother. Approval is never guaranteed.

Read about co-signer responsibilities together before you sign.

Self-employed residents, entertainment workers and freelancers are common in Sherman Oaks. If your income is uneven, gather recent bank statements, invoices or tax forms. Tell us your situation on the first call, and we will say what to bring.

Cost and 1% down

Think of the premium as 10% of the bail, the rate we file. It is 8% when a private attorney is retained or a veteran is the defendant or the co-signer. With Bail Today, Pay Later, you can put 1% down on approved credit and pay the balance monthly.

On a $50,000 bail, the 10% premium is $5,000, and the down payment is $500 on approved credit. The calculator shows your number. You can also start at the application It is a 4 minute form, with no SSN online.

Nearby Studio City and Encino share the same station.

1% down is a down payment on approved credit, not the price of the bond. The premium is the rate on file with the California Department of Insurance, 10% of the bail amount, or 8% when a private attorney is retained or you or the defendant is a veteran. The balance goes on a payment plan.

Nearby neighborhoods

• Bel-Air
• Beverly Crest
• Brentwood
• Encino
• Sepulveda Basin
• Studio City
• Valley Glen
• Valley Village
• Van Nuys

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