What Does “Released On Own Recognizance” Mean and How Do I Get It?
When you are granted a release on your own recognizance (ROR), you are formally promising in writing that you will appear at court date. Essentially, it is a promise, granted at a magistrates discretion. But what qualifies someone for an ROR? In this post, we will attempt to further define a release on one’s own recognizance and explain what goes into deciding who is granted them. Own Recognizance Defined An ROR, or a personal bond,…
Is Bail Bond Information Public Record?
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Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes People Make When Hiring A Houston Bail Bond Company
Are you dealing with the stress of having a loved one in jail? Are you aware that bail bondsmen are professionals who can help get your loved one out of jail and back into your life? Many people make mistakes when hiring a Houston bail bondsman. Hire ABC bail bonds to avoid them.
5 Resources for the Families of Incarcerated People
Few things in life are more stressful than seeing a loved one go to jail. The criminal justice system is obviously tough on incarcerated people, but their families suffer too– especially young children. Without proper support, it’s easy to slip into despair and confusion. Unfortunately, Texas has an exceptionally high incarceration rate of 891 per 100,000 people. Many of these inmates’ families are negatively affected. Fortunately, there are numerous resources available to help inmates’ families…
When Should You Use a Bail Bond Agency?
If you go into custody for a criminal offense, the court will likely set bail for your release. You can pay with cash or opt for a surety bond. You can purchase a bond from a bail bond agency by only paying a small percentage of the bail amount. Bail agents can be helpful in some other ways too. Exercise Your Legal Rights The Eighth Amendment protects American citizens from excessive bail. That means that…
How to Explain a Houston Arrest to Your Child
When a child sees someone they love in cuffs, it can be pretty traumatic for a child– especially if that loved one is their parent. The thing is, losing a parent is a hard thing for young children to comprehend. It’s also hard for convicted parents to explain why they’ll be gone. How do you explain to your child that you voluntarily made a bad decision (albeit, a mistake), and now you have to leave…
The Difference Between Cash Bail and a Surety Bond
If you or a loved one got arrested, you might have received the option for bail. Sometimes, the bail amount is low enough to pay with cash. However, most times bail amounts are set pretty high and are nearly impossible to pay with cash bail. This is when a surety bond comes to the rescue. How Does Bail Work? When a person gets arrested, they need to wait for the trial. In some cases, the…
What Happens to Bail Money?
Bail is typically very expensive. In Texas, misdemeanors can run up to $4,000. Felonies can go up to $20,000 and serious felonies like murder can start at $1 million. If you don’t appear in court then you forfeit this money. This may lead you to wonder what can happen to your bail money. Factors That Can Raise Bail There are a variety of factors that determine the amount of your bail. These factors can also…