Great news today for citizens of Los Angeles: LA Sheriff Lee Baca is taking an increased stand against mistakenly arresting innocent people. On the heels of reports that hundreds of innocents have been wrongfully accused and imprisoned in Los Angeles County jails, changes have been implemented to prevent future errors.
Showing posts with label Los Angeles bail bonds. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Los Angeles bail bonds. Show all posts
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Los Angeles Sheriff Promises End to ID Mistakes
Great news today for citizens of Los Angeles: LA Sheriff Lee Baca is taking an increased stand against mistakenly arresting innocent people. On the heels of reports that hundreds of innocents have been wrongfully accused and imprisoned in Los Angeles County jails, changes have been implemented to prevent future errors.
Monday, December 5, 2011
Los Angeles County Jails Face Scrutiny Amidst Remodel News
Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca has a lot to prove as the Board of Supervisors is expected to decide whether to approve the proposed $1.4 billion remodel and construction of county jails aimed to ease the burden of overcrowded, understaffed facilities. But there is reason to believe that Baca and his staff have troubles of their own.Monday, November 28, 2011
Safe Holiday Shopping Tips
As the holiday shopping season is underway with the passing of Black Friday, shoppers now get to enjoy the frantic month of extravagant spending. But the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is warning people to be aware of thieves.Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Bail Bonds Varieties: Cash Bonds, Surety Bonds, and Property Bonds
Friend or family member been arrested?
Need information on how bail works or how to pay for bail bonds?
Luckily for you, 1-800-BAIL-BOND has been in the Los Angeles bail bonds business for over a decade, so we can assist you with any questions.
This week, we will explain the difference between the various types of bail bonds that exist, namely cash bonds, surety bonds, and property bonds.
After an arrest, the defendant goes through a booking process which includes appearing before a judge, who sets the bail cost. If the person doing the bailing has the full amount in cash, that person can forgo using a bail bonds business and pay the entire cash bond to the court.
The advantage of using a cash bond is that the bailer will be compensated the whole amount at the conclusion of the trial, regardless of the verdict.
The downside is that the bail is usually quite high and court cases can drag along. The average person cannot afford to have that much money tied up for so long. This is where surety bonds play a huge role.
Because they are assured a return of the full amount at the conclusion of the trial, as long as the defendant attends all court dates. So the 10% is pure profit.The disadvantage versus a cash bond is that surety bonds require you to pay 10%, whereas cash bonds end up being free.
Conversely, the easy thing about surety bonds is that your money is not tied up in the bail cost, waiting for the trial. This allows you to have extra funds for a defense attorney and other court costs.
Should the arrestee fail to appear before the judge or flees the state, the court may foreclose on the property to obtain the full cost of bail.
Check out our Bail Bonds Blog for more info on the biz, along with celebrity arrest stories like Lindsay Lohan.
Finally, follow us on Twitter for more updates and news @800bailbond
Need information on how bail works or how to pay for bail bonds?
Luckily for you, 1-800-BAIL-BOND has been in the Los Angeles bail bonds business for over a decade, so we can assist you with any questions.
This week, we will explain the difference between the various types of bail bonds that exist, namely cash bonds, surety bonds, and property bonds.
Cash Bonds
The most basic of the three, cash bonds do not require a bail bondsman at all. Instead, they are negotiated through the court.After an arrest, the defendant goes through a booking process which includes appearing before a judge, who sets the bail cost. If the person doing the bailing has the full amount in cash, that person can forgo using a bail bonds business and pay the entire cash bond to the court.
The advantage of using a cash bond is that the bailer will be compensated the whole amount at the conclusion of the trial, regardless of the verdict.
The downside is that the bail is usually quite high and court cases can drag along. The average person cannot afford to have that much money tied up for so long. This is where surety bonds play a huge role.
What are Surety Bonds?
Surety bonds are posted by a reputable, licensed bail bonds agent, who provides the cash in exchange for a 10% fee, which is non-refundable. Why would bail bonds businesses pay 90% of the cash bond?Because they are assured a return of the full amount at the conclusion of the trial, as long as the defendant attends all court dates. So the 10% is pure profit.The disadvantage versus a cash bond is that surety bonds require you to pay 10%, whereas cash bonds end up being free.
Conversely, the easy thing about surety bonds is that your money is not tied up in the bail cost, waiting for the trial. This allows you to have extra funds for a defense attorney and other court costs.
Property Bonds
Property bonds are similar to cash bonds, but are more seldom used. Rather than pay the court the entire amount in cash, they will allow for some property to be used as collateral for release.Should the arrestee fail to appear before the judge or flees the state, the court may foreclose on the property to obtain the full cost of bail.
Los Angeles Bail Bonds Business
Like we said, 1-800-BAIL-BOND is a reputable Los Angeles bail bonds business that has been operating for years. If you have any further questions or would like to request our services, call us at 1-800-224-5266 or contact us.Check out our Bail Bonds Blog for more info on the biz, along with celebrity arrest stories like Lindsay Lohan.
Finally, follow us on Twitter for more updates and news @800bailbond
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Lindsay Lohan Legal Roller Coaster Continues
Hollywood’s favorite celebrity jailbird is back at it. Again. If you have your head in the sand, or if you’re like me and start getting a ringing migraine whenever Miss Lohan’s name is mentioned, then you may not be informed about the exciting week she is currently having.
Still serving punishment following a pair of DUI arrests a few years ago and the theft of a necklace from early 2011, on October 19th Lindsay, of Parent Trap and Mean Girls fame (and nothing else remotely worthwhile), was sent to jail for failing to fulfill the terms of her probation which required her to perform community service. She was released on Los Angeles bail bonds that were set at $100,000 the same day.As if answering the critics who believe her latest arrest was merely a publicity stunt, Lindsay announced on Monday that she completed a nude spread for Playboy Magazine that afternoon. Paparazzi snapped photographs of her leaving the Playboy Mansion, where her mother Dina said the shoot was successful. I just hope the magazine shows her wearing nothing but handcuffs.
If getting arrested, bailed out, and taking naked pictures wasn’t enough excitement for the young starlet (term used loosely), Lohan also began her community service to make up for the community service she previously missed (is that like an interest rate?) on Tuesday and Wednesday.
AT A MORGUE!!!
In some cruel Halloween-inspired twist of fate (or justice) Lohan has to work at the Los Angeles County Morgue. Sppppooooooookkkkkkyyyyyyy!
Well, at the end of the day I hope Lindsay Lohan learns her lesson and becomes the Leading Lady with the marvelous movie career that America envisioned her having as a teen star, and then we meet at a bar and exchange numbers and get married in Vegas. Which might be even odds with her burning out and being found OD’d by a maid in a hotel bathroom.
Let this be a lesson to all of the kid actors and the parents who push them.
Los Angeles Bail Bondsman
While Lohan has $100,000 to spare on paying Hollywood bail bonds, or will after that Playboy check clears, most people do not have that much expendable income. If you get arrested, contact a Los Angeles bail bondsman to discuss financing options and get your loved one bailed out as soon as possible.For more information on bail bonds in Los Angeles, visit our Blog, like this one about Bail Enforcement.
And follow us on Twitter for more celebrity news @800bailbond
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Los Angeles Bail Enforcement
When people get arrested and taken to Los Angeles County jails, they usually have to get released by a bail bondsman. This is because it is substantially less money to hire a bondsman, when you only have to pay 10% of the bond plus provide collateral for the remainder, rather than having the full amount up front.
What is often not talked about, or is only glossed over, is the Los Angeles bail enforcement when the arrested person skips his trial and flees. In this scenario, it becomes necessary for the bail bonds company to track down the suspect in order to retrieve the money they could lose.
What is often not talked about, or is only glossed over, is the Los Angeles bail enforcement when the arrested person skips his trial and flees. In this scenario, it becomes necessary for the bail bonds company to track down the suspect in order to retrieve the money they could lose.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
FBI Informant Caught with Cell Phone in Los Angeles County Jail in Sting Operation
Ever wonder what it is like to be inside an LA County jail? Well, apparently FBI does.
FBI agents managed to sneak a cell phone into the Los Angeles County jail cell of an inmate in order for him to report what took place inside. These are the nation’s largest jail system and are notorious for inmate beatings and deputy misconduct, although the allegations have proven difficult to confirm. There have also been reports of riots, killings, formation of gangs, and outdated facilities. It appears the FBI could no longer stand by idly allowing these human rights violations to occur.
FBI agents managed to sneak a cell phone into the Los Angeles County jail cell of an inmate in order for him to report what took place inside. These are the nation’s largest jail system and are notorious for inmate beatings and deputy misconduct, although the allegations have proven difficult to confirm. There have also been reports of riots, killings, formation of gangs, and outdated facilities. It appears the FBI could no longer stand by idly allowing these human rights violations to occur.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
How Bail Works
Bailing someone out of jail is a fairly standard process, involving the release of an arrestee in exchange for money. This payment can be thought of as “insurance” that the defendant will attend every court date. Trials often take weeks or months, sometimes even years, to work their way through the judicial system and reach a conclusion, so bail allows the arrested person to live freely and await trial from home under the Constitutional Right of being innocent until proven guilty.
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
History of Bail Bonds
Today, bail bonds in Los Angeles are the common means to release an arrestee from a jail, sheriff’s station or holding facility. But how did the tradition of using bail bonds get started in the first place? Here is a primer on how bail evolved into its current state.
The original concept of bail bonds dates back to medieval English law. Sheriffs had sovereign authority to hold or release prisoners for whatever reason and for however long they determined necessary. The sheriffs often exploited this power by charging outrageously high bail bonds.
Created to protect the rights of prisoners, the Habeas Corpus Act of 1679 states, “A Magistrate shall discharge prisoners from their Imprisonment taking their Recognizance, with one or more Surety or Sureties, in any Sum according to the Magistrate's discretion, unless it shall appear that the Party is committed for such Matter or offences for which by law the Prisoner is not bailable.” This essentially guarantees subjects the right to have bail and be released after an arrest.
Later in 1689, the English Bill of Rights granted the right to increase the amount of bail depending on the severity of the crime, but also allowed less extreme criminal actions to warrant a reasonable, non-excessive bail amount. It also protected against cruel and unusual punishments. Both of these provisions would be adopted into the US Constitution’s 8th Amendment.
Likewise, the indemnitor, or person who signed the Los Angeles bail bond, is responsible for the full monetary amount should the defendant jump bail. This enforces responsibility to the indemnitor and defendant to attend all court dates.
For more information on bail bonds in Los Angeles, read the following blogs: Bail Bond Agents and DUI Bail Bonds in Los Angeles
European Bail Bonds
The origin of the bail bonds concept dates back to ancient Greece, where “Bajulus” (or bearers) were charged with upholding the laws. The word “bajulus” later changed to mean “protector” in Italian.The original concept of bail bonds dates back to medieval English law. Sheriffs had sovereign authority to hold or release prisoners for whatever reason and for however long they determined necessary. The sheriffs often exploited this power by charging outrageously high bail bonds.
Created to protect the rights of prisoners, the Habeas Corpus Act of 1679 states, “A Magistrate shall discharge prisoners from their Imprisonment taking their Recognizance, with one or more Surety or Sureties, in any Sum according to the Magistrate's discretion, unless it shall appear that the Party is committed for such Matter or offences for which by law the Prisoner is not bailable.” This essentially guarantees subjects the right to have bail and be released after an arrest.
Later in 1689, the English Bill of Rights granted the right to increase the amount of bail depending on the severity of the crime, but also allowed less extreme criminal actions to warrant a reasonable, non-excessive bail amount. It also protected against cruel and unusual punishments. Both of these provisions would be adopted into the US Constitution’s 8th Amendment.
Modern Bail Bonds
Today, the purpose of United States and California bail bonds is to prevent jails from overcrowding and arrested people from fleeing after getting released. By allowing suspects to get out of jail, continue their normal lives, and prepare their defense, jails do not risk becoming too full for further criminals.Likewise, the indemnitor, or person who signed the Los Angeles bail bond, is responsible for the full monetary amount should the defendant jump bail. This enforces responsibility to the indemnitor and defendant to attend all court dates.
Los Angeles Bail Bondsman
If you would like to get in touch with a Los Angeles bail bondsman, simply call 1-800-BAIL-BOND (1-800-224-5266) to hire an agent, ask questions, or locate an arrestee in a Los Angeles county jail.For more information on bail bonds in Los Angeles, read the following blogs: Bail Bond Agents and DUI Bail Bonds in Los Angeles
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Bail Bonds Agents: What to Know
If you ever face the trying situation of learning that a friend, family member, or close acquaintance has been arrested in Southern California, you will most likely have to contact a Los Angeles bail bonds agent. It is simply too expensive for most ordinary people to pay the entire bail bonds, which can be one to ten thousand dollars, depending on the crime. But before dealing with a Los Angeles bail bonds agent, there are a few things you should know.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
DUI Bail Bonds in Los Angeles
A DUI, or a citation for driving under the influence, is a serious charge. Whether you are slightly above the legal limit or far surpassing it, you put yourself and other drivers at risk by driving while impaired. Police rarely show pity on offenders of this crime as they knowingly disobey the law by refusing to use a designated driver or pay a taxi driver to get them home. For this reason, many people are arrested and held for DUI bail bonds in Los Angeles every year. Don’t be one of the people who find themselves in this quandary, call 1-800-BAIL-BOND for a Los Angeles bail bonds business that specializes in DUI bail bonds.
First of all, you have the right to refuse a breathalyzer until you get to the police station. This means if you are at all worried about blowing above the legal limit of 0.08, have the police take you into the local Los Angeles County jail, which might give you enough time to sober up.
Likewise, if you do blow above the legal limit for the field test, know that the breathalyzer in the police car is not an official measure of intoxication and you have the right to an additional test back at the police station. If that breathalyzer shows your blood alcohol content (BAC) to be under the legal limit (>0.08) then your charges may be dismissed.
1-800-BAIL-BOND has been posting DUI bail bonds in Los Angeles for years, so we can provide references for attorneys who deal specifically with DUI cases. Just ask us for a list of names and numbers while we are posting your DUI bail bonds and we will gladly provide it.
Follow us on Twitter @800bailbond or read more blogs, like this one on How To Pay For Bail Bonds or the original version of this blog http://www.my1800bailbond.com/bail-bond-blog/dui-bail-bonds-in-los-angeles
DUI Arrest
There are a few things you should know after getting a DUI arrest in order to protect yourself and your rights.First of all, you have the right to refuse a breathalyzer until you get to the police station. This means if you are at all worried about blowing above the legal limit of 0.08, have the police take you into the local Los Angeles County jail, which might give you enough time to sober up.
Likewise, if you do blow above the legal limit for the field test, know that the breathalyzer in the police car is not an official measure of intoxication and you have the right to an additional test back at the police station. If that breathalyzer shows your blood alcohol content (BAC) to be under the legal limit (>0.08) then your charges may be dismissed.
DUI Bail Bonds
After you have been formally charged for a drunk driving and released on DUI bail bonds, there is one final thing worth noting: never plead guilty to a DUI without first consulting an attorney. An attorney, especially one who specializes in DUI cases, can give you some advice during a free consultation. The lawyer may even be able to reduce or completely remove the charges against you, so it is definitely worth the time to get a consult.1-800-BAIL-BOND has been posting DUI bail bonds in Los Angeles for years, so we can provide references for attorneys who deal specifically with DUI cases. Just ask us for a list of names and numbers while we are posting your DUI bail bonds and we will gladly provide it.
Follow us on Twitter @800bailbond or read more blogs, like this one on How To Pay For Bail Bonds or the original version of this blog http://www.my1800bailbond.com/bail-bond-blog/dui-bail-bonds-in-los-angeles
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Los Angeles Bail Bondsman Answers Your Questions
When you get arrested and put in jail waiting for a Los Angeles bail bondsman to post bail, you’ll probably be sitting on that cold, hard bench with a million questions swimming through your head. How much will this cost? What happens now? Do I need an attorney?
Why not just ask your Los Angeles bail bondsman?
Honestly, we have been in this business for a LONG time, and we can answer most any quandary you might have. If your bondsman is honorable, like the ones at 1-800-BAIL-BOND, then he or she will gladly supply you with answers and advice on how to proceed with your arrest after posting your bail bonds in Los Angeles.
Here are a few of the common questions we get, along with our expertise on the subject:
Question: Is there any way to get cheaper bail?
Short Answer: Not usually.
Long Answer: The State of California determines that Los Angeles bail bonds businesses must charge exactly 10% of the total price of the bond to bail out an arrestee. This number cannot be higher or lower.
That being said, there are some very rare cases that allow us to give 5% bail. These include special status due to military service, the nature of your particular charge, in situations where certain types of legal counsel are sought, or for other extenuating circumstances. You will need to specifically ask us if you believe you qualify for one of these scenarios.
Question: Do I need to hire an attorney?
Short Answer: It depends on the crime, circumstance, and whether you’re planning to plead guilty.
Long Answer: For a serious crime, you should strongly consider hiring an attorney. They can help you out of a lot of situations you could otherwise not handle. They have knowledge of the law that can only be acquired through law school, and will use this to defend your rights.
If you plan to plead guilty, you may not need a lawyer. You will just admit guilt before a judge and accept your punishment. But you should at least receive a free consult with an attorney, because they may be able to get you a reduced sentence or find a way to prove your innocence.
Remember, your Los Angeles bail bondsman should have plenty of connections with attorneys, so ask us for references.
Question: What happens now? Is my life over?
Short Answer: No.
Long Answer: Plenty of people get arrested each year and they go on to live perfectly normal lives. As long as you didn’t commit a serious crime that includes major jail time, your life will basically continue as normal.
The most important thing you need to do is attend every court date. If you skip out on your trial, you will only face harsher punishment. But after you’re released on bail bonds in Los Angeles, you’ll be able to continue your life as normal until sentencing. Relax, breathe, and make plans to establish the next few weeks leading up to your trial.
Hopefully this helped you get an understanding of what happens after an arrest. And remember, if you have any further questions, contact us online or call 1-800-BAIL-BOND with further questions.
Or simply visit http://www.my1800bailbond.com/ for more details about our services and areas we serve.
Why not just ask your Los Angeles bail bondsman?
Honestly, we have been in this business for a LONG time, and we can answer most any quandary you might have. If your bondsman is honorable, like the ones at 1-800-BAIL-BOND, then he or she will gladly supply you with answers and advice on how to proceed with your arrest after posting your bail bonds in Los Angeles.
Here are a few of the common questions we get, along with our expertise on the subject:
Question: Is there any way to get cheaper bail?
Short Answer: Not usually.
Long Answer: The State of California determines that Los Angeles bail bonds businesses must charge exactly 10% of the total price of the bond to bail out an arrestee. This number cannot be higher or lower.
That being said, there are some very rare cases that allow us to give 5% bail. These include special status due to military service, the nature of your particular charge, in situations where certain types of legal counsel are sought, or for other extenuating circumstances. You will need to specifically ask us if you believe you qualify for one of these scenarios.
Question: Do I need to hire an attorney?
Short Answer: It depends on the crime, circumstance, and whether you’re planning to plead guilty.
Long Answer: For a serious crime, you should strongly consider hiring an attorney. They can help you out of a lot of situations you could otherwise not handle. They have knowledge of the law that can only be acquired through law school, and will use this to defend your rights.
If you plan to plead guilty, you may not need a lawyer. You will just admit guilt before a judge and accept your punishment. But you should at least receive a free consult with an attorney, because they may be able to get you a reduced sentence or find a way to prove your innocence.
Remember, your Los Angeles bail bondsman should have plenty of connections with attorneys, so ask us for references.
Question: What happens now? Is my life over?
Short Answer: No.
Long Answer: Plenty of people get arrested each year and they go on to live perfectly normal lives. As long as you didn’t commit a serious crime that includes major jail time, your life will basically continue as normal.
The most important thing you need to do is attend every court date. If you skip out on your trial, you will only face harsher punishment. But after you’re released on bail bonds in Los Angeles, you’ll be able to continue your life as normal until sentencing. Relax, breathe, and make plans to establish the next few weeks leading up to your trial.
Hopefully this helped you get an understanding of what happens after an arrest. And remember, if you have any further questions, contact us online or call 1-800-BAIL-BOND with further questions.
Or simply visit http://www.my1800bailbond.com/ for more details about our services and areas we serve.
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Los Angeles Bail Bonds: Unique Bond Situations
There are multiple different times at which Los Angeles bail bonds may be posted. The most typical is immediately following an arrest, after the arrestee finishes the booking process and has the bail determined by a judge. At this point, the Los Angeles bail bondsman can post bail to release the defendant. While this is the most common scenario, here are a few other situations where you can contact a Los Angeles bail bonds business.
Posting Bail on Warrants
Don’t wait until the individual gets taken into police custody and booked! Call a bail bondsman to have the bond ready ahead of time. Los Angeles bail bonds businesses can post a bond to the court for a warrant as long as the amount is bondable. You can even bail yourself out, without needing to drag an additional person to be the indemnitor if you meet the proper qualifications.Out of Custody Bonds
Occasionally, when you show up for your initial court appearance, the judge will ask for a bond. At this point, ask for a temporary release to get the bond, or have your Los Angeles bail bondsman on hand in the courtroom to immediately post bail.Contact a Los Angeles Bail Bondsman
If a loved one has just been arrested, don’t waste time contacting a Los Angeles bail bondsman. The quicker you act, the faster that person can get released and start focusing on the trial process that awaits him.Additional Information
If you have more inquiries about the Los Angeles bail bonds process, call 1-800-BAIL-BOND or contact us via the web. And read this original blogs for more details: http://www.my1800bailbond.com/bail-bond-blog/los-angeles-bail-bonds-unique-bond-situationsTuesday, July 19, 2011
Consumer Tips: Safe Bail Bonds
Warning: There are some Los Angeles bail bonds companies in the community that will take advantage of unsuspecting consumers who are desperate to bail out a friend or family member. It does not make us happy report this, but it is something that you must be aware of when dealing with Los Angeles bail bonds businesses.
Before you sign a contract with a shady Los Angeles bail bondsman, make sure the business is legitimate. Here are some tips to ensure that you receive the proper fees and help that you deserve in this trying time.
1) Deal only with licensed Los Angeles bail bondsmen. Ask the agent to show you his license and identification before making any financial transaction.
2) You should only be charged legal rates. In California State, that rate is 10% of the entire LA bail bond in most cases. Any additional or hidden charges should be thoroughly explained and justified.
3) Get an itemized receipt for all charges.
4) Get copies of any contracts or agreements that you sign.
5) If financing is provided, make sure you fully understand the terms of the contract before you sign it and get a copy.
6) Ensure that the bail agent you contacted will be available after the Los Angeles bail bond is posted. Included in your payment is service. Quality bail agents will answer your questions and concerns while providing guidance throughout the release and trial process.
Before you sign a contract with a shady Los Angeles bail bondsman, make sure the business is legitimate. Here are some tips to ensure that you receive the proper fees and help that you deserve in this trying time.
1) Deal only with licensed Los Angeles bail bondsmen. Ask the agent to show you his license and identification before making any financial transaction.
2) You should only be charged legal rates. In California State, that rate is 10% of the entire LA bail bond in most cases. Any additional or hidden charges should be thoroughly explained and justified.
3) Get an itemized receipt for all charges.
4) Get copies of any contracts or agreements that you sign.
5) If financing is provided, make sure you fully understand the terms of the contract before you sign it and get a copy.
6) Ensure that the bail agent you contacted will be available after the Los Angeles bail bond is posted. Included in your payment is service. Quality bail agents will answer your questions and concerns while providing guidance throughout the release and trial process.
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
How to Pay for Bail Bonds
Finding out a loved one has been arrested is tough enough emotionally, not to mention it can be very expensive. Along with the pricey trial costs, bail bonds prices can get very high, depending on the crime and the arrestee’s priors, but there are ways to help alleviate some of the struggles of making payments. The keys to qualify are proving credit, once that is completed, it is easier to get a financing plan to alleviate the stress of paying a large sum at once. Here is a quick guide on how to pay for bail bonds.
Bail Bonds Tips: Selecting an Attorney
During an arrest, bail bonds and the process of your release might be a difficult and stressful process. But as much of a relief it is when you are finally freed from jail and have made arrangements to compensate the bail bonds company for posting your bail, there are still your bigger-picture legal issues to handle.
The next step in the process is to examine the details of your trial and seek legal counsel in order to minimize your potential penalties with the State.
Here are a few questions to ask yourself when selecting an attorney and the answers you should seek to find.
The next step in the process is to examine the details of your trial and seek legal counsel in order to minimize your potential penalties with the State.
Here are a few questions to ask yourself when selecting an attorney and the answers you should seek to find.
Bail Bonds Tips: How To Select a Bail Bondsman
Choosing a bail bonds company can seem like a difficult task after you get word of a loved one being held in jail. There are many companies to choose from— especially in major cities, where bail bonds are a necessary part of the legal system, so there’s a large demand for bail bonds companies in many municipalities.
What to do When Arrested: Key Bail Bonds Terms
An arrest can completely shake up your world. Whether it’s a family member or friend who needs your help, there are some fairly stressful processes you’ll have to go through in choosing a bail bonds business and seeing the arrested person through the release process.
While researching who to choose as your bail bondsman and how to get your loved on freed, you should be aware of some common terms you’re likely to hear along the way.
Here are a few definitions to help you get the ball rolling to better understand the intricacies of the bail bonds process.
Bail: Bail itself is defined as the price for release of an arrested person from jail. The actual dollar amount is derived from several factors that judges will take into consideration. Bail prevents prison overcrowding, to a certain extent, but more accurately, it protects the basic rights of American citizens who are deemed “innocent until proven guilty,” allowing for their release from custody until a formal trial is held that will determine whether they serve a real sentence.
Bail Bond: Bail bonds are actual payments or promises of payment posted by a bail bondsman and backed by an insurance company for the release of a suspect from Los Angeles county jail. Bail money is returned or excused by the courts if the defendant appears to all scheduled dates.
Bail Bondsman: Bail bonds in Los Angeles have to be posted by agents who are licensed by the State Department of Insurance. Bail bondsmen will be familiar with all necessary paperwork and steps in the booking and releasing process. For their services and the risks they assume, they are awarded a percentage of the total bail as a fee, which is determined by the state of arrest.
Cash Bond: If a person can afford to pay their total bail cost, oftentimes in the tens thousand dollars range, they may do so without the assistance of a bail bondsman as long as they can pay in cash or by cahier’s check and prove their funds were obtained legally. This full amount will be returned to the bond signer at the conclusion of the trial if the defendant did not miss a trial date.
Indemnitor: The person responsible for initiating the bail bond. This person signs and pays for a bail bond to aid with the release of a loved one, and assumes some of the financial responsibility should the defendant fail to appear in court.
More Los Angeles Bail Bonds
If you would like further details about the arrest process, how to qualify for Los Angeles bail bonds, or what to ask Los Angeles bail bondsman, visit our bail bonds blog like this original one: http://www.my1800bailbond.com/bail-bond-blog/what-to-do-when-arrested-key-bail-bonds-terms
If a loved one has been arrested and taken to a Los Angeles county jail, don't delay in calling 1-800-BAIL-BOND
While researching who to choose as your bail bondsman and how to get your loved on freed, you should be aware of some common terms you’re likely to hear along the way.
Here are a few definitions to help you get the ball rolling to better understand the intricacies of the bail bonds process.
Bail: Bail itself is defined as the price for release of an arrested person from jail. The actual dollar amount is derived from several factors that judges will take into consideration. Bail prevents prison overcrowding, to a certain extent, but more accurately, it protects the basic rights of American citizens who are deemed “innocent until proven guilty,” allowing for their release from custody until a formal trial is held that will determine whether they serve a real sentence.
Bail Bond: Bail bonds are actual payments or promises of payment posted by a bail bondsman and backed by an insurance company for the release of a suspect from Los Angeles county jail. Bail money is returned or excused by the courts if the defendant appears to all scheduled dates.
Bail Bondsman: Bail bonds in Los Angeles have to be posted by agents who are licensed by the State Department of Insurance. Bail bondsmen will be familiar with all necessary paperwork and steps in the booking and releasing process. For their services and the risks they assume, they are awarded a percentage of the total bail as a fee, which is determined by the state of arrest.
Cash Bond: If a person can afford to pay their total bail cost, oftentimes in the tens thousand dollars range, they may do so without the assistance of a bail bondsman as long as they can pay in cash or by cahier’s check and prove their funds were obtained legally. This full amount will be returned to the bond signer at the conclusion of the trial if the defendant did not miss a trial date.
Indemnitor: The person responsible for initiating the bail bond. This person signs and pays for a bail bond to aid with the release of a loved one, and assumes some of the financial responsibility should the defendant fail to appear in court.
More Los Angeles Bail Bonds
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Bail Bonds Basics: Learning the Ropes
It is not an easy phone call when you receive word that a friend or loved one has gotten in trouble with the law and needs the help of a bail bonds company to get released.
Most of us do not ever deal with this situation more than a time or two in our lives (thankfully), so it’s important that if happens to you, take some appropriate steps that will minimize the stress related to the incident, free your loved one as quickly as possible and expedite the legal process that you will have to face in order to put the incident behind you.
Understanding Bail
It is of utmost importance to contact a Los Angeles bail bondsman as soon as you have received word of the arrest. In Los Angeles, bail bonds are a necessary part of the arrest process, and thus highly regulated in terms of price and services.
Choose a bail bonds company that you trust to get your loved one free quickly and efficiently. Location will usually be the determining factor when considering various bail bonds companies. Find a nearby bondsman or one willing to travel to your location.
Know the Legal Bail Fee
State regulations determine the fee that bail bondsmen are allowed to collect for their services, usually a percentage. In California, for example, the bail fee is 10% of the entire bail cost. Find out what the bail fee is so you receive a fair and legal charge for the bail bonds services.
This includes financing charges, so if any company is attempting to manipulate the pricing of your case, it’s probably best to thank them and quickly move on to the next number you can find.
Posting Bail
All bail monies are freed from the responsibility of the defendant if a bail bonds company is used and they attend all of their scheduled court appearances. The only money that will not be returned is the bail fee kept by the bail bonds company.
Courts are rather unforgiving of instances where defendants fail to appear as they are very costly to the State. Missing a court appearance could even cause you to forfeit some of your rights or lead to financial or jail time penalties.
Bail bonds companies usually accept all kinds of payment for their services, including credit cards, cash, checks or payment plan options. If one company is giving you a hard time about financing options, stick to your guns as it is common for almost any company to offer them as a way of staying competitive with the competition.
Knowing Responsibilities as an Indemnitor
Being an indemnitor means that you are signing or paying for a bail bonds service on behalf of another person. Be certain you trust the person arrested enough to get in this position. As an indemnitor, you are not just paying for a person’s release form jail, but accepting financial responsibilities for their total bail amount should they fail to appear in court or flee.
Having copies of their initial court appearance information and making sure they attend will help them stay out of additional trouble and free you of any financial burdens associated with their case.
More Los Angeles Bail Bonds
If you would like to learn more about the fascinating world of Los Angeles bail bonds, visit our bail bonds blog http://www.my1800bailbond.com/bail-bond-blog/bail-bonds-basics-learning-the-ropes
If you need to contact a Los Angeles bail bondsman, call 1-800-BAIL-BOND or visit our website: http://www.my1800bailbond.com/
Most of us do not ever deal with this situation more than a time or two in our lives (thankfully), so it’s important that if happens to you, take some appropriate steps that will minimize the stress related to the incident, free your loved one as quickly as possible and expedite the legal process that you will have to face in order to put the incident behind you.
Understanding Bail
It is of utmost importance to contact a Los Angeles bail bondsman as soon as you have received word of the arrest. In Los Angeles, bail bonds are a necessary part of the arrest process, and thus highly regulated in terms of price and services.
Choose a bail bonds company that you trust to get your loved one free quickly and efficiently. Location will usually be the determining factor when considering various bail bonds companies. Find a nearby bondsman or one willing to travel to your location.
Know the Legal Bail Fee
State regulations determine the fee that bail bondsmen are allowed to collect for their services, usually a percentage. In California, for example, the bail fee is 10% of the entire bail cost. Find out what the bail fee is so you receive a fair and legal charge for the bail bonds services.
This includes financing charges, so if any company is attempting to manipulate the pricing of your case, it’s probably best to thank them and quickly move on to the next number you can find.
Posting Bail
All bail monies are freed from the responsibility of the defendant if a bail bonds company is used and they attend all of their scheduled court appearances. The only money that will not be returned is the bail fee kept by the bail bonds company.
Courts are rather unforgiving of instances where defendants fail to appear as they are very costly to the State. Missing a court appearance could even cause you to forfeit some of your rights or lead to financial or jail time penalties.
Bail bonds companies usually accept all kinds of payment for their services, including credit cards, cash, checks or payment plan options. If one company is giving you a hard time about financing options, stick to your guns as it is common for almost any company to offer them as a way of staying competitive with the competition.
Knowing Responsibilities as an Indemnitor
Being an indemnitor means that you are signing or paying for a bail bonds service on behalf of another person. Be certain you trust the person arrested enough to get in this position. As an indemnitor, you are not just paying for a person’s release form jail, but accepting financial responsibilities for their total bail amount should they fail to appear in court or flee.
Having copies of their initial court appearance information and making sure they attend will help them stay out of additional trouble and free you of any financial burdens associated with their case.
More Los Angeles Bail Bonds
If you would like to learn more about the fascinating world of Los Angeles bail bonds, visit our bail bonds blog http://www.my1800bailbond.com/bail-bond-blog/bail-bonds-basics-learning-the-ropes
If you need to contact a Los Angeles bail bondsman, call 1-800-BAIL-BOND or visit our website: http://www.my1800bailbond.com/
Qualifying for Bail Bonds
If you’ve gotten word that your loved one or family member has gotten into trouble with the law, the last thing you want to worry about are expenses. Unfortunately, bail bonds are the first things you’ll actually need to deal with in order to get your loved one released from prison and in a position to move forward.
In most states, bail amounts are set extremely high. Even the legally-set 10% fee to your bail bonds agent can often exceed a few thousand dollars. If paying for your bail bondsman will be difficult for you, here are some tips about common financing options and actually qualifying for bail through a bondsman.
Determine the Total Cost
Determining the total cost for your bail bonds services is easy. The amount owed to a bail bonds company cannot fluctuate. Rather, it’s set by the State Department of Insurance. For example, in California it is set at 10% of the total bail amount determined by the judge. The bail bonds business is not permitted legally to alter the price of a bail bond.
This works to your advantage because interest charges cannot be tacked onto bail bonds fees either. While most bail bonds companies will require payment in full up front for their services, most will also offer some type of financing options or payment plans in order to stay competitive with other companies in the area.
Qualifying for a Financing Plan
Most bail bonds companies will require a credit check in order to finance a potential client. A good credit score assures the bondsman that a client is diligent in paying bills on time and can afford his or her services.
Some will even request using a house or other assets as collateral in order to release your loved one. If you don’t think you will qualify for bail financing, consider obtaining another family member or friend as a co-signer. Then that person provides additional collateral, guaranteeing the Los Angeles bail bondsman he will not lose money if the defendant flees.
More Qualifying Factors
Again, the two main things most companies will take into consideration are home ownership and credit history. For non-homeowners, many bail bondsmen will also consider employment status, length of residency, arrest history and crime severity for consideration when determining whether you qualify for bail services and financing plans. The bail business wants to earn its bail cost fee so it will not be too discerning, but it will also not take on a shady client. Speak to a Los Angeles bail bondsman for more details.
More LA Bail Bonds
Would you like to contact a Los Angeles bail bondsman in order to bail someone out of jail? Well visit our bail bonds blog and see this original post here: http://www.my1800bailbond.com/bail-bond-blog/qualifying-for-bail-bonds
Or to directly speak to a Los Angeles bail bonds agent, call 1-800-BAIL-BOND for immediate service with your LA bail bonds.
In most states, bail amounts are set extremely high. Even the legally-set 10% fee to your bail bonds agent can often exceed a few thousand dollars. If paying for your bail bondsman will be difficult for you, here are some tips about common financing options and actually qualifying for bail through a bondsman.
Determine the Total Cost
Determining the total cost for your bail bonds services is easy. The amount owed to a bail bonds company cannot fluctuate. Rather, it’s set by the State Department of Insurance. For example, in California it is set at 10% of the total bail amount determined by the judge. The bail bonds business is not permitted legally to alter the price of a bail bond.
This works to your advantage because interest charges cannot be tacked onto bail bonds fees either. While most bail bonds companies will require payment in full up front for their services, most will also offer some type of financing options or payment plans in order to stay competitive with other companies in the area.
Qualifying for a Financing Plan
Most bail bonds companies will require a credit check in order to finance a potential client. A good credit score assures the bondsman that a client is diligent in paying bills on time and can afford his or her services.
Some will even request using a house or other assets as collateral in order to release your loved one. If you don’t think you will qualify for bail financing, consider obtaining another family member or friend as a co-signer. Then that person provides additional collateral, guaranteeing the Los Angeles bail bondsman he will not lose money if the defendant flees.
More Qualifying Factors
Again, the two main things most companies will take into consideration are home ownership and credit history. For non-homeowners, many bail bondsmen will also consider employment status, length of residency, arrest history and crime severity for consideration when determining whether you qualify for bail services and financing plans. The bail business wants to earn its bail cost fee so it will not be too discerning, but it will also not take on a shady client. Speak to a Los Angeles bail bondsman for more details.
More LA Bail Bonds
Would you like to contact a Los Angeles bail bondsman in order to bail someone out of jail? Well visit our bail bonds blog and see this original post here: http://www.my1800bailbond.com/bail-bond-blog/qualifying-for-bail-bonds
Or to directly speak to a Los Angeles bail bonds agent, call 1-800-BAIL-BOND for immediate service with your LA bail bonds.
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