Getting arrested, even for something as minor as a traffic violation, can be a really scary experience. This can be an especially difficult time if you’re a first time offender who’s never been to jail before. If you’re someone like that, you probably don’t know anything about how to get a bail bond. If that’s the case, then read on so you can understand how the whole bail bond process actually works.
An agent, also called a bondsman, is an individual or company that will pledge money or property for a defendant in a court proceeding. This money or property is pledged to ensure that the criminal defendant will appear in court on the appointed day and time to face trial. Having this bond posted enables the defendant to be released from jail until the trial is held.
While many people think bondsmen are glorified loan sharks, the honest truth is that if it weren’t for bail bondsmen many people would be stuck in jails for weeks or months until their trial dates. American courts are so backlogged that it can take months for a trial to be held. Thankfully there are services in most states that will provide these services, so you should feel lucky to have a bondsman to get you out of jail. Of course, if you’re wealthy or can get the money for a bond from friends or family, then you won’t need to utilize this service. Realistically though, how many of us could come up with $100,000 for a bond, or even spare $1,000 for a bond? The fact that most people don’t have large sums of cash lying around is the reason why people in this industry are able to run successful businesses.
If you have to use these services be sure to get in touch with a reputable one, preferably one that’s been in existence a long time and has a good relationship with the local court system. That can make all the difference in how quickly you can get released from jail. A well-established bail bond company generally has a standing arrangement with officials from the local court where they have posted an irrevocable bond. An irrevocable bond, called a “blanket” bond, is paid to the court any time a defendant fails to appear in court when he or she is obligated to. The bondsman will have some kind of credit transfer arrangement with a bank or other lender that can be accessed instantly, even if it comes at times when banks are not open. Let’s face it most arrests do happen after normal business hours and on weekends. This is good for defendants because it means that they can be released as soon as this bond is posted. The need to gather cash or things like property deeds can lengthen the time you spend in jail. With a reputable company who can guarantee fast service to their clients, you won’t have to spend so much time in the slammer. Reputable companies often have customer loyalty and great recommendations from a variety of sources. Who wouldn’t be grateful to someone who got you released from jail in the middle of the?
If you don’t show up in court, the bail bondsman has the right to hire a bounty hunter to locate you and bring you to jail. Bounty hunters in the U.S. are authorized to bring in bail jumpers by whatever means they can. They are armed agents authorized to arrest you and transport you, even across state lines at times, in order to bring you to court and face your consequences.
Unfortunate circumstances happen to us everyday. Everyone regrets certain actions, but the most important thing is to handle your problems in an adult and mature way. If you ever find yourself in need of a bail bond be sure to find the right company that will provide fast and easy service when you’re in a pinch.
About the Author
Andy West is a writer for Aladdin Bail Bonds, dedicated to providing bail bond services to those incarcerated and awaiting trail. For more information please visit Aladdinbailbonds.comSee Also:
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