How to Avoid Time Wasters When Posting Bail
Time is an extremely important factor in getting bailed out of jail. Not getting bailed out fast enough could mean missing out on work, school, or important bills, which can make it harder to transition back into the world and move past an arrest. Whether you’re posting bail for yourself or a loved one, here are a few ways you can avoid wasting time and get out as fast as possible. 24/7 Bail Bond Services…
What To Do if You’re Arrested During A Protest
From suffragettes to civil rights activists, protesters have done a lot to better our country. If you’re planning to join the protests happening across America right now, you should be prepared for the possibility of being arrested. Even peaceful protesters have been detained, so it’s important to do everything you can to prepare. Here’s everything you need to know about staying safe at protests, as well as what you should do if you get arrested.…
A Guide to Harris County’s Landmark Bail Reform
The push towards bail reform is a natural consequence of mass incarceration in the United States. The condition is widespread: Americans who can’t afford bail can’t get out of jail, and it’s costing the government over $1 billion per year. Thousands of people today are locked up even if presumed innocent because they can’t pay. But with recent changes to Harris County’s court system, things are moving along at a rapid rate for bail reform.
These Are The Qualities of a Good Bail Bondsman
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22.3″][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”3.25.3″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] If you know someone in jail or recently arrested, the best thing to do is get them out fast. Typically, bail bonds are the cheapest and quickest option available to release any inmate from jail. While it’s easy to find just any bail bondsman, it’s important to choose a reputable company with a good history. As a…
How Bail Reform Will Cost Texans
For hundreds of years, bail bondsmen helped people get out of jail early. They made sure people could live their lives freely while waiting for their court date. Bail bondsmen have positively influenced people’s experiences with the law. Our resources ease their burdens during the most stressful times of their lives. Ending the bail system can—and will—hurt many. As it stands now, bail reform has the potential to cause more harm than good. While there…
5 Harmful Effects of Bail Reform
Violent Arrest? No Release When a person gets arrested for assault, or even during a scuffle, they’re usually charged with a violent crime. Many times, people arrested for violent crimes are not violent by nature. Their criminal history confirms this. When defendants arrested for a violent crime have the ability to redeem themselves, they’re able to salvage their jobs. When they have the ability to get out of jail early, they can access their personal…
Why You Need a Bail Bond ASAP (Don’t Sit in Jail!)
Here’s Why You Need a Bail Bond We’re familiar with bail bonds for the most part, and recognize how they work. We see and read about them in the news when big names get arrested; this usually comes with a (quite hefty) bond amount. But have we ever stopped and asked ourselves what a bail bond actually does? What the lasting effects are on the defendant, or their family? These questions come to mind when…