Will My Bail Money Be Refunded?
Paying bail for a friend or loved one is usually a surprise expense, but depending on the type of bond, you may expect a return of collateral and/or cash. Cash and surety are the two main types of bail bonds. Continue reading to learn how to ensure a full return for each.. Cash Bail Bonds…
Read MoreWhy Should I Use a Bail Bondsman?
Bondsmen are experts at getting people out of jail quickly so they can continue with their life while preparing for the court date. When you get arrested, a bond is made upon your release to assure the court that you will return for your court date. A bail bondsman can make this process less stressful…
Read MoreWhat Should I Do If I Have an Outstanding Misdemeanor Warrant for My Arrest?
If you know that you have a misdemeanor warrant outstanding, stop worrying and take action right away. There is no need to live in fear of public arrest! We can help you set up and satisfy a walkthrough bond. We will work quickly to get the warrant taken care of if possible. A misdemeanor warrant…
Read MoreWhat Should I Do If I Have a Warrant?
It is very important that you take action if you have a warrant out for your arrest. Don’t risk the stress, embarrassment and added expenses of a public arrest. Turning yourself in can seem like an intimidating thought and the last thing that you want to do. However, we are here to walk through this…
Read MoreCHARACTERISTICS OF A TRUSTWORTHY BAIL BONDSMAN
Whether you witness it or not, the arrest of a friend or family member is difficult. It is important to do your research in order to find a reputable bondsman to keep from adding unnecessary stress to this trying experience. A trustworthy bail bondsman will have these seven characteristics: Licensed – Any bondsman that you…
Read MoreAN ARREST WARRANT, NOW WHAT?
Used by law enforcement and granted by a judge or prosecutor, an arrest warrant is used to detain a person who is suspected of criminal activity. The warrant document states the who, what, and why of the suspected crime. There are several types of warrants, but the commonly issued warrants are bench and arrest. Arrest…
Read MoreCHOOSING A BAIL BONDSMAN
That first call you receive when a loved one has been arrested can surely send you into an anxious state of mind where fear and confusion exist. It is important to stay calm and to keep in mind that there is an agency that can assist you. By contacting a professional bail bondsman, you will…
Read MoreHOW DOES A BAIL BOND WORK IN TEXAS?
A bail bond allows someone who is being charged with a crime to get out of jail after they have been arrested and remain so until their case is tried in court. Although each state is governed by its own bail bond system, the main principles are the same in every state. Once bail has…
Read MoreWHY DO YOU NEED A BAIL BONDMAN TO GET YOU OUT OF JAIL?
If you expect to be released on your own recognizance or if you have the means and ability to tie up thousands of dollars of your personal finances until your court date, you do not need a bail bondsman to get you out of jail. Court dates can range from weeks to months or even…
Read MoreWHAT IS A BAIL BOND?
A bail bond is a legal document that gives bail in order for a defendant to be released from jail until their trial date. Once a judge decides on a bail amount a defendant has three choices in how to proceed. The defendant may choose to stay in jail until the trial date, pay the…
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