How Does an Appeal Bond Work?
Not every bond is there to let you leave jail. An appeal bond, instead, is a bond that you place to ensure payment of the judgement in case your appeal fails. In essence, it is a method for the state to protect itself from your potential bankruptcy. It’s not uncommon for the average person to have problems understanding how the U.S. justice system works. When it comes to the rules of appellate procedure, people often…
Are DUI and DWI Checkpoints Legal in Texas?
DUI and DWI arrests are not rare in the U.S., but they aren’t something that can happen in every state. Some states find the entire process to be unconstitutional. You might want to know whether you are safe from these DWI checkpoints in Texas, and if the two terms are used interchangebly. What Is a DUI Checkpoint? DUI stands for driving under the influence. The precise definition differs from state to state, but it usually…
A Bail Bondsman Is Your Best Friend
If you get arrested, a bail bondsman is the person to call. They dedicate their career to helping people get out of jail fast, and they know the court system like the back of their hands. At ABC Bail Bonds, our agents will be with you throughout the entire bail process, and ensure that you understand your legal rights. Getting Arrested Getting arrested is not a pleasant situation. But it doesn’t mean that the world…
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…
Avoid Texas Jails’ Horrible Conditions With Houston Bail Bonds
American jails have never been applauded for the quality of their facilities, but over the past year, the sometimes inhumane conditions in Texas jails have been illuminated. The Covid-19 pandemic and extreme winter weather this year made it clear that the state doesn’t have an adequate infrastructure to house incarcerated individuals under inclement circumstances. Overcrowding and lack of sanitation equipment allowed the Coronavirus to run rampant through detention centers. Winter Storm Uri left inmates shivering…
Common Questions People Have About Bail Bonds
What is a bail bond? A bail bond is posted by a guarantor of your choice resulting in your release from jail. It’s a way for the courts to ensure that you will be present at all of your bail hearings. Many people choose this option because you aren’t personally responsible for coming up with the entire bail amount– just 10%. This amount can be paid with U.S. currency or collateral. Why do bail bonds…
Recidivism and Rising Rearrest Rates
Government officials and public speakers for privatized U.S. prisons frequently parrot the sentiment that jail time is rehabilitative. Although, the masses that are serving years in poor conditions for low-level crimes would likely just call it punishment. Spending an extended period of time in jail can permanently damage the trajectory of someone’s life. What’s worse? Oftentimes, the sentence isn’t even rehabilitative and actually exposes inmates to more serious offenders and dangerous situations. Typically, the punishments…
5 Common Crimes Committed in Texas
Larceny Many people use the terms theft and larceny interchangeably. Regardless of which term you prefer, the act of larceny is a serious crime in the state of Texas. Generally, a prosecutor can only charge you with these crimes if you intentionally take something belonging to another person without their knowledge or permission. The consequences of a theft charge typically depends upon the value of the object, product, or service you allegedly stole. Drugs Drug…
How To Prepare For Your Bail Hearing
The purpose of bail is to ensure that you attend all of your hearings, throughout the duration of your trial. Bail provides a defendant with conditional liberties under the assumption that they aren’t a threat to anyone. The judge presiding over your hearing uses the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure to determine if you qualify for bail. The code limits which kinds of indicted felonies qualify for bail releases. The Texas Criminal code grants the…
What’s the Difference Between a Misdemeanor and a Felony?
The terms felony and misdemeanor are ways of classifying the severity of a crime. Misdemeanors are less serious than felonies and result in a year or less in jail time. Felonies are very serious and you may find yourself in jail for a year or up to a lifetime. Misdemeanor A misdemeanor is a criminal offense that can carry up to a year in jail time. These crimes are less serious than felonies, and you’ll…