San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles
Tarzana Bail Bonds, Ventura Boulevard to the Hills
By Jane Un, licensed bail agent #1843448. Updated October 29, 2026.
Tarzana is a place of quiet residential streets, busy shopping along Ventura Boulevard and hills to the south. When someone here is arrested, families often feel it must be a mistake. If you got that call, phone Jane Un Bail Bonds at (213) 725-2815. We are a licensed California agent, CDI License #1843448, and we answer all night.
Tarzana sits between Encino and Woodland Hills, with Reseda Boulevard crossing it from north to south and Tarzana Park offering a break from traffic. ZIP codes 91356 and 91335 cover it.
Here is what to expect, from the first call to the first court date.
Tarzana at a glance
| LAPD Area | West Valley |
|---|---|
| LAPD station | West Valley Community Police Station, 19020 Vanowen Street, Reseda, CA 91335 |
| Usually booked at | Valley Jail Section (Van Nuys Station) |
| Courthouse, usually | Van Nuys Courthouse East, 6230 Sylmar Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91401 |
| ZIP codes | 91356, 91335 |
| Women | Century Regional Detention Facility, Lynwood |
Which station, and a surprise about it
Tarzana is policed by the LAPD West Valley Area. The station is on Vanowen Street in Reseda, and the front desk number is 818-374-7611. Our West Valley station page has the address.
Part of Tarzana reaches the hills along the south edge, and some of those streets belong to nearby Areas. If you are not sure which station took the person, the inmate line at 213-473-6100 can tell you where they are held.
Booking in Van Nuys
West Valley arrestees are usually booked at the Valley Jail Section on Sylmar Avenue in Van Nuys. We say usually because LAPD can move people for medical clearance or space. Call before you go. Our Valley Jail page lists the address and the visiting hours.
From Tarzana, the drive is straightforward. Take Ventura Boulevard east to the 405 north, or Vanowen Street and Balboa Boulevard, then reach Sylmar Avenue. At night it is fast. At rush hour on the 405, plan for delays.
Ventura Boulevard after dark
Tarzana also has a large number of apartment communities between Ventura Boulevard and Vanowen Street, home to students, young workers and families who rent. An arrest from one of those buildings may involve a neighbor's call about a dispute or a noise complaint. The police report may name the building rather than the street. Share that with the agent when you call.
Ventura Boulevard has restaurants, bars and parking lots, and the late night mix brings DUI stops and disputes. A driver coming home from dinner in Encino or Woodland Hills can be stopped on a Tarzana street. A theft call at a shopping center can turn into an arrest. Whatever the cause, the steps are the same.
If the person has a clean record and a steady job, tell us. It can help with approval. We cannot promise it, and we do not guess about outcomes, but we will tell you honestly what we see.
What the plan looks like in numbers
A bail bond fee is called the premium. It is 10% of bail at the filed rate, or 8% if a private attorney is retained or the defendant or co-signer is a veteran. Through Bail Today, Pay Later, you can start with 1% down on approved credit and pay the balance monthly.
For a $100,000 bail, the premium at 10% is $10,000, and the 1% down payment is $1,000. For a $20,000 bail, the down payment is $200. Larger bail takes more careful approval. Try our bail calculator to see what your own case looks like.
Court in Van Nuys
Tarzana Park and the quiet residential blocks nearby seem a world away from Sylmar Avenue, and the drive to the courthouse can feel long on a workday. Plan the route the night before. Parking structures near the Van Nuys civic center fill early. Leave early, bring cash for parking and give yourself time for security.
Valley cases are generally heard at the Van Nuys Courthouse East on Sylmar Avenue, next to the jail. Check the release paperwork for the exact courtroom. Some charges go to other courts.
For a first time arrest, a common question is whether a record will follow the person. We do not give legal advice. A lawyer or public defender can answer that. See the resources directory for free help.
Talking to your family at home
If the person is in custody over the weekend, nothing can be done in court until the next court day. That is why many families choose to bail out first and handle court later. Waiting in jail through a weekend can cost a job and a car payment.
Telling kids or parents is hard. Keep it simple and honest. Say that someone was arrested, that you are working on getting them home, and that you will share more when you know. Children cope better with a clear short message than with silence.
If you are the co-signer, ask yourself whether you can cover the payment plan for the whole case. Cases can run for months. Read the co-signer guide with your spouse or family before you commit.
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.
Questions people ask
What is the West Valley station phone number?
818-374-7611. For booking status, call the inmate line at 213-473-6100.
Is Tarzana in Los Angeles?
Yes, Tarzana is a neighborhood of the city of Los Angeles, so LAPD generally handles arrests.
Can I sign by email or text?
Much of the paperwork can be handled electronically. A final signing step is part of it. Start with the online application.
What if the person is already out on another bond?
Tell us the details. A new arrest can complicate things and we will explain honestly.
Do you offer help in Spanish?
Ask for a Spanish speaking agent when you call.
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