Bail Bonds for PC 245 — Assault with a Deadly Weapon
PC 245 assault with a deadly weapon carries a $50,000 bail that can exceed $100,000 if a firearm was used or great bodily injury is alleged. We post bail 24/7 at all Southern California jails. Call 855-BAD-CHAD the moment someone is arrested.
What Is PC 245 — Assault with a Deadly Weapon?
California Penal Code 245 covers assault committed with a deadly weapon or by means of force likely to produce great bodily injury. PC 245(a)(1) applies to assaults with any deadly weapon other than a firearm — knives, bats, bottles, vehicles, or any object used in a way likely to cause serious harm. PC 245(a)(2) applies specifically to assaults with a firearm. Both are serious felonies. The standard bail is $50,000, but enhancements for firearm use, great bodily injury (GBI), or prior strike convictions can push bail to $100,000 or far higher.
Elements of the Charge
- Assault upon another person
- With a deadly weapon or instrument (PC 245(a)(1))
- Or by means of force likely to produce great bodily injury
- Or with a firearm (PC 245(a)(2))
PC 245 Bail Amounts in Southern California
| Scenario | Bail Amount |
|---|---|
| PC 245(a)(1) — deadly weapon, no firearm, no GBI | $50,000 |
| PC 245(a)(2) — assault with a firearm | $50,000 – $100,000 |
| Great Bodily Injury (GBI) enhancement added | $100,000+ |
| Prior strike conviction on record | $100,000+ |
| Assault on a peace officer (PC 245(c)/(d)) | $100,000 – $250,000 |
Bail amounts are set by the county bail schedule and may be modified by a judge at arraignment. The bail bond premium is 10% of the total bail amount.
Your cost for a bail bond on a $50,000 bail is $5,000. On a $100,000 bail, your cost is $10,000.
Enhancements That Increase PC 245 Bail
Great Bodily Injury (PC 12022.7)
If the victim suffered significant physical injury, a GBI enhancement adds 3–6 years to the sentence and typically increases bail by $50,000 or more.
Firearm Use (PC 12022.5)
Personal use of a firearm during the assault adds 3–10 years and pushes bail into the $100,000+ range.
Prior Strike Conviction
A prior strike doubles the sentence under Three Strikes and gives prosecutors strong grounds to request higher bail at arraignment.
PC 245 Arraignment — Bail Can Be Raised
PC 245 is a strike offense under California's Three Strikes Law. At arraignment, prosecutors will often argue for higher bail — especially if a firearm was involved, the victim suffered significant injury, or the defendant has prior felony convictions. Posting bail before arraignment locks in the booking bail amount before the judge has a chance to increase it. We post bail at all Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, and Orange County jails 24/7.
How to Post Bail on a PC 245 Charge
Call 855-BAD-CHAD Immediately
Call us the moment someone is arrested for PC 245. We'll look up the booking, confirm the bail amount, and explain your options right away.
We Verify the Booking & Bail
We search the county inmate database, confirm the exact bail amount including any enhancements, and walk you through payment options.
Sign From Your Phone — No Printer
All paperwork is handled electronically. Sign from your phone at home. No office visit, no printer, no fax required.
Bond Posted — They're Released
We post the bond at the facility. They're released and can work with their attorney as a free person before their court date.
Arrested for PC 245? Call Us Now.
We post bail for assault with a deadly weapon charges at all Southern California jails 24/7. Call before arraignment to lock in the booking bail.
Call 855-BAD-CHADHablamos Español — (909) 657-6030
Not legal advice. The information on this page is based on Chad Conley's 15+ years as a licensed bail bondsman, plus additional experience as an investigator and bounty hunter and is intended to help families understand the general process. It is not legal advice, and Chad Conley is not an attorney. Every case is different. If you have legal questions about your specific situation, please consult a licensed attorney.