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title: Bail and Release Options in San Diego Criminal Cases
slug: san-diego-bail-release-process
article_type: Help Article
keywords: bail hearings, release, court
url: https://www.sandiegocriminalattorneys.org/blog/2024/august/san-diego-ca-crime-rate-latest-statistics/
published_date: 2025-10-27T00:00:00
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Bail hearings in San Diego determine a defendant’s release or detention pre-trial. Factors include flight risk, crime severity, and community ties. Defendants may secure bail through cash, bond, or supervised release programs.