How Bail Works

How to Secure
a Bail Bond

The question is,

"How do I obtain
a bail bond?"

Answer: It’s simple and it’s quick – it may
take only 30 minutes, at the most.

We’ll need some information from you, such as, what is your relation to the person in jail, how long have you lived in your current place of residence, and how long have you been at your present job? This gives us a good understanding of you – the potential signer for the defendant in jail. It’s really very simple. Remember, bailing people out of jail is all we do!

FACT: A bondsman guarantees to the court that the person will appear to face his or her charge.

The Basic Structure of a Bond

There are two parts to a bond. The fee, which is the fee charged to the customer and is based on the full bond amount of the bond. This can be paid with a credit card, check, cash or if necessary – we’ll help you with a short term loan. In most cases we can do a signature bond, which means that no collateral is taken. We base our decision on the merits of the bond and the financial strength of the signer. Again, the total process may take only 30 minutes. Remember, we are here to help you!

What happens to the person that just got arrested?

This question is frequently asked by those who are for the first time faced with helping a person get out of jail. First, the arrestee is taken to a holding facility and the person is ‘booked in’. This booking process involves fingerprinting, the so-called mug-shot, and a search to find if any outstanding warrants exist. Once the charges are confirmed, the bail amount is set. If no outstanding warrants exist and this is not a capital crime (murder), the person is eligible for bail.

What Does Exoneration Mean and When Am I Released From My Financial Responsibility?

Exoneration of charges is the full release of a person from his / her court cases, which means that a person has appeared in court at all required times court in regards to the final sentencing /determination on all charges. The court will then release the bail company from all financial responsibility. This means you, as the signer, will also be released from financial responsibility on the bond. Any collateral held, any money pledged, or any property recorded for this bond will be returned. (Some fees may be deducted – each bond is different).