Have you ever wondered: "how long does it take to set bail?" When a friend or loved one has been arrested and taken into custody, you probably want them out as fast as can be. However, nobody can be bailed out of jail before bail has been set. Read on to learn more about how fast bail is set. Setting Bail After Arrest Generally, when someone is arrested, bail is set pursuant to the Los Angeles County Bail Schedule. For some people, bail will be set at the end of the booking and processing p...