Required Information and Documentation
When one of the people you love goes to jail, you can get scared, confused and frustrated. You want him to get out as fast as possible, so you wait for the judge to set bail. However, one of the most common problems with bails is that it is set too high and could be nearly impossible for you to settle it in on your own. During these difficult times, a bail bonds company can be someone who can help you.
Do not contact that bail bonds company until you have the following information with you.
Do not contact that bail bonds company until you have the following information with you.
You Understand How Bail Works
For you to be able to go through the process smoothly, it pays to know the basics of bail. The bail serves as an insurance set by the court. This will ensure that the arrested individual will show in court for the trial. The bail depends greatly on the gravity of the offense taken. Minor crimes mean lower bails. However, if the crime is serious, and the court wants to make sure the person does not leave the area, bail will go high. After the bail is set, the arrested person can come out of jail until the trial date.
The Type of Bail
There are different types of bail bonds. Before you contact a bail bonds company, you should know the kind of bond the court has asked for. Unfortunately, if the court set a cash bond, bail bonds cannot help you. This type of bond should only be settled by the arrested person or someone close to them.
If it is a surety bond, a bail bonds company can be useful. In this case, you need to pay the bail bonds a portion of the bail amount plus a standard fee, the rest of the amount will be taken care of the bail bonds company. You have to understand that in these situations, the payment cannot be refunded. The money goes to the bail company's overhead and services.
On the other hand, property bonds, allow you to use a property deed to settle the bail cost. Your home or land can be used as a property bond. Companies may differ in some of their rules regarding this type of bail.
If it is a surety bond, a bail bonds company can be useful. In this case, you need to pay the bail bonds a portion of the bail amount plus a standard fee, the rest of the amount will be taken care of the bail bonds company. You have to understand that in these situations, the payment cannot be refunded. The money goes to the bail company's overhead and services.
On the other hand, property bonds, allow you to use a property deed to settle the bail cost. Your home or land can be used as a property bond. Companies may differ in some of their rules regarding this type of bail.
Cost of Bail
You have to be certain of the cost of the bail. It may help you to find out how much bail bonds company require as payment. By knowing this essential information, you will have an idea of how much money you need and you would know the method of payment you will use. The good thing is that most bail bonds company allows cash and credit card payments.
Information About the Arrested Individual
When you have paid the fee, the bail bonds company will forward the payment to the jail at once. The bails bond company will need information about the arrested person. You have to provide the full name, the crime they were accused of committing, and their booking number. The name of the correctional institute is also important. You can get the booking number by calling the jail.
Information About the Bail Bonds Company
Another important information you will need is that of the bail bonds company. Before calling a bail bonds company, it is better to know everything you need to know about them. In most cases, you will need a notary to help with bonds. It would mean a lot if you work with a company that has their own notary in the location. Also, a bails bond company that has a shuttle business is a plus if you need help with transportation.
Do not call just anyone when you are going through problems like this. Contact a bail bonds company with years of experience and is proven trustworthy and reliable during difficult times like this.
Do not call just anyone when you are going through problems like this. Contact a bail bonds company with years of experience and is proven trustworthy and reliable during difficult times like this.