Bail Bonds for PC 273.6 — Restraining Order Violations
PC 273.6 with prior convictions involving violence is a felony with $50,000 bail. A new arrest for violating a protective order can also revoke existing bail on the underlying case. Call 855-BAD-CHAD immediately.
What Is PC 273.6 — Restraining Order Violation?
California Penal Code 273.6 makes it a crime to intentionally and knowingly violate the terms of a domestic violence restraining order, criminal protective order, or civil harassment restraining order. A standard first-offense violation is a misdemeanor — but when the defendant has a prior conviction for violating a protective order that involved an act of violence, the new violation becomes a felony under PC 273.6(d), with bail set at $50,000. Violations can include any prohibited contact: showing up at the protected person's home or workplace, calling or texting them, sending messages through third parties, or approaching them in public.
Elements of the Charge
- Intentional and knowing violation of a protective or restraining order
- The order was lawfully issued by a court
- The defendant had knowledge of the order's terms
- Felony (PC 273.6(d)): prior conviction involving an act of violence while violating an order
PC 273.6 Bail Amounts in Southern California
| Scenario | Bail Amount |
|---|---|
| PC 273.6(d) — felony with prior violent violation | $50,000 |
| PC 273.6 while out on bail for underlying DV case | Bail revocation + $50,000+ |
| PC 273.6 with new assault or threats during violation | $50,000 – $100,000+ |
Misdemeanor restraining order violations are handled separately and are not covered here. Bail amounts shown are for felony PC 273.6 charges. Set by county bail schedule; may be modified at arraignment.
Your cost for a bail bond on a $50,000 bail is $5,000.
Bail Revocation — The Hidden Risk of PC 273.6
If someone is already out on bail for a domestic violence charge (PC 273.5) or any other offense, and they are arrested for violating a protective order, the judge will almost certainly revoke their existing bail entirely — in addition to setting new bail on the PC 273.6 charge. This means they lose the money already posted and must post a new, higher bail to get out again. This is one of the most common and costly mistakes we see. If someone is out on bail and has a protective order against them, they must have zero contact with the protected person — no exceptions, no 'she invited me over,' no third-party messages.
PC 273.6 Arraignment — Dual Bail Risk
At arraignment for a PC 273.6 violation, the judge will address both the new charge and any existing bail on an underlying case. Prosecutors will argue for bail revocation on the underlying case and high bail on the new charge. Posting bail on the PC 273.6 charge as quickly as possible — before arraignment — is critical. We post bail at all Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, and Orange County jails 24/7.
How to Post Bail on a PC 273.6 Charge
Call 855-BAD-CHAD Immediately
Call us the moment someone is arrested for PC 273.6. Time is critical — especially if they're already out on bail for an underlying case.
We Verify the Booking & Bail
We search the county inmate database, confirm the bail amount on the new charge, and assess the risk to any existing bail.
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 before arraignment.
Related Resource
Restraining order violations in domestic cases can trigger CPS investigations, especially when children are in the home. Learn how bail works when child welfare is part of the picture.
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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.