Being the first call that your friend makes after having been arrested can be overwhelming. Regardless of the reasoning behind the arrest, there’s no doubt that the circumstances are stressful and, if you’ve never been in this situation before, confusing. When you’re the first call that your f…Read More
After an arrest has happened, time seems to slow down and speed up all at once. The urgency of a release can easily be slowed down by the process of posting bail. When your mind is moving in so many directions, it can be difficult to know what you need to do next and handle the situation correctly. …Read More
When your loved one is in need of financial assistance to post bail, a bail bond company is going to be one of the best options available. Your bail bondsman will ask for a percentage of the total bond that you’re requesting, usually somewhere between 10 to 15 percent, and then you will work out a…Read More
When a bail amount has been set for you or a loved one, there’s nothing that you want more than to ensure that a release is in the near future. While your intentions will always be to get your loved one out of jail as quickly as possible, there are some things that you need to be aware of before p…Read More
When you’re in dire need of financial assistance to help post bail for your loved one, a bail bondsman is the best way to go. While bail bondsmen have been around for years, there are lots of people that have never had to go through the process of posting bail or asking for help. As if the stress …Read More
When you’re stuck between a rock and a tough place, desperation can kick in. After an arrest has occurred and you’ve recognized the need for a bail bondsman, the last thing that you want is to let your emotions take over and end up with a less than reliable bondsman. If you’re weighing your op…Read More
So, you’ve recently been asked to co-sign on a bail bond. While you have nothing but the interest of your loved one at hand, this is a significant move on your part. Whether you’re on the fence about signing or you’ve recently co-signed, it’s always good to know what your role is and what to…Read More
When an arrest happens, the one thing that you want is to get out of jail as quickly as possible. Not only is it an extremely stressful situation that can lead to heightened emotions, but for many people who are first-time offenders it can be embarrassing and scary. In the moments where you start to…Read More
In our last blog post, we touched on a few of the factors that are taken into consideration when a judge sets a bail amount. Each point that we mentioned, however, also brought up the fact that a judge has the chance to deny bail entirely. A complete denial of bail isn’t something that will happen…Read More
Getting a call in the middle of the night is always scary. Good things don’t usually happen in the wee hours of the morning, and picking up the phone to find that your family member or friend is in jail can be a frustrating or scary experience. When it happens, there are a few things you need to d…Read More