Important Questions to Ask When Getting a Bail Bond
For most people out there, there are practically no opportunities to learn about the process of dealing with an arrest until it happens. Getting arrested and being sent to jail can be a frustrating, difficult process that no one is ever prepared to deal with, and whether it’s you stuck in a cell, or someone you care about, the first goal will always be to find a way to be released as quickly as possible.…
Why Skipping Out on Bail is Never a Good Idea
Getting arrested can be a frustrating experience, and if you’re able to secure your release through bail, then there is a good chance that you’ve at least thought about skipping out on your court date to avoid dealing with the process. The reality is though, that modern technology and digital networks are making this decision a very bad idea. At ABC Bail Bonds, our team of professional bail bonds agents has spent years helping Texans work through the challenges of securing a release from jail through bail so that they can get a head start on dealing with their arrest and court proceedings.
Fast Ways to Help a Friend Who’s Been Arrested
Believe it or not, quite a few people are arrested on any given day. This is especially true in larger cities like Houston or Dallas. When a person that’s been arrested turns out to be a friend of yours though, then the situation can be far more personal. If you care about the person, or if they contact you asking for help, then you’re likely going to be stuck wondering what you can do about…
The Real Meaning of Your Miranda Rights
For most people, finishing the phrase: “You have the right to remain silent…” would probably be pretty easy. With all the movies, tv shows, and other forms of media that have circulated through the years, at least part of the Miranda Rights statement is considered common knowledge for practically anyone you run into. The hard part though is having a clear understanding of what these rights actually mean, or the reasons why they exist in…
3 Things a Judge Considers When Deciding Bail
One of the primary reasons the bail system was established throughout America was to give people a way to continue living their normal lives while waiting for court proceedings to happen and for certain dates and times to arrive as part of the ongoing trial process. Instead of forcing people to stay confined to a stay jail cell while their case is processed, brought before a judge, and decided in court, bail has been designed…
Why You Should Absolutely Remain Silent After Your Arrest
“You have the right to remain silent” is one of the very few statements from Supreme Court law that Americans know by heart, and for a good reason. According to attorneys, the best thing anyone can do after an arrest is to remain absolutely silent. Not only is it the safest plan, but you’ll reduce the risk of damaging your defense by 100%. The statement beginning with, “You have a right to remain silent” derives…
Where Does My Bail Money Go?
When an individual is sentenced to prison, their sentence includes the possibility of parole. Prisoners who commit particularly heinous or brutal crimes are often left to serve out their sentence without the possibility of parole. Many of us are familiar with these terms because we watch the news or crime dramas on television, but what does parole entail, exactly? Who decides to reward a prisoner with parole, and what goes into that decision?
Everything You Need to Know About Parole
When an individual is sentenced to prison, their sentence includes the possibility of parole. Prisoners who commit particularly heinous or brutal crimes are often left to serve out their sentence without the possibility of parole. Many of us are familiar with these terms because we watch the news or crime dramas on television, but what does parole entail, exactly? Who decides to reward a prisoner with parole, and what goes into that decision?
Top 3 Crimes in Harris County
With a great population comes great crime, and Harris County definitely has a great population. In fact, it’s the most populous county in Texas, and third most populous in the entire country. Within its borders are Houston, Spring, Cypress, Humble, La Porte, and Pasadena to name just a few. As some may know, Humble is considered the most dangerous city in Texas and has some of the highest crime rates around. However, we’ve compiled the…