Bail is not always promised when someone gets arrested, and the cost reflects the crime and surrounding circumstances. But in order to get released from jail while awaiting the court procedures, a defendant will need to post bail. Because of the cost, most cannot afford it and seek to make bail through a bail bondman.…
When you are arrested you are likely about to be charged with a crime. The crime is something that is done in the presence of law enforcement or someone that has witnessed it. The crime has only been charged at the time of the arrest and you are considered innocent until proven guilty by a…
When you have a friend or family member that has been arrested and charged most people want to do all they can to help. Being in jail is not something that anyone wants to have to deal with. It is also something that you want to help avoid for the ones that you love. Being…
When you are getting ready for the summer you might be thinking about the best ways to spend your time. The outdoor weather is warm and perfect for some fun in the sun. That is why many people are looking for water activities that might include a trip to the beach, ocean and lake. These…
Most parents want the best for their children. As they grow and develop, some will be relatively well-behaved, others may a have moments of rebellion, where others walk a narrow path of questionable decision making. In any case, if your teenager falls in with the wrong crowd, made poor decisions, or was simply in the…
Being arrested for a crime can be scary especially if you have never been in trouble before. Most people have many questions about what happens and what they can do to get out of jail. You want to be able to get out of jail as soon as possible and that is where your first…
The term “posting bail” or being “bailed out,” is common enough most people know its meaning. Someone has offered collateral for a friend or loved one to be released from jail is the general understanding. A cash amount that the judge sets, or even property, or a pink slip for a vehicle can all serve…
A bail bondsman can post your bail for a small fraction of your full bail amount if you are suddenly incarcerated for involuntary manslaughter. By signing your property over to a bail bondsman, you may be able to ensure your appearance at your criminal court hearing. Forms of homicide include a law enforcement’s justifiable killing…
Being arrested is not something that anyone plans for. You don’t set out on a normal day and decide you are committing a crime, being arrested and having to deal with that. The majority of people are picked up on a crime that was previously committed and a warrant has been issued. The other group…
When you find yourself arrested for any reason, it is unsettling. It just may be the most traumatic experience of your life if this is the first time you are finding yourself in this position. Hopefully, you will find that you are able to post bail and get released from jail well before your court…
