You Have Been Exonerated. But What Does It Mean?
So, You Have Been Exonerated. But What Does It Mean For You Now And In The Future? The court has exonerated you from the crimes that you were charged with. So, what exactly does that mean? Well, let’s start at the beginning. Police have arrested you. The first thing they are going to do is […]
Are Bail Bonds Considered Public Record?
Are Bail Bonds Considered Public Record? Yes, They Are. However, Not All The Information Is Made Public! Defendants in criminal cases almost always ask, “Are bail bonds considered public record?” Where as others want to know if they can find out whether or not someone has posted bail. These are similar yet different situations. The […]
Can I Leave Florida While Out On Bond? Yes! Here’s How!
Can I Leave Florida While Out On Bond? Yes! Here’s How You Can Usually Do It Without Getting In Trouble One of the most frequently asked questions we get asked at BailOption is, “Can I leave Florida while out on bond?” The short answer is yes you can. However, it is a bit complicated and […]
7 Most Common Crimes In Florida
Florida Department Of Law Enforcement Says These Are The 7 Most Common Crimes In Florida Are you considering moving to Florida? Are you aware of the crimes that happen here? Here are 7 most common crimes in Florida and the explanations of what they are and what their punishments are. 1. Drug Crimes FBI statistics […]
Top 10 Most Dangerous Cities in Florida
Top 10 Most Dangerous Cities in Florida People travel to Florida for it’s reputation for fun in the sun. However, Florida has a dirty ugly side. Below are the top 10 most dangerous cities in Florida that you want to stay away from. You could find yourself getting robbed, raped or worse. Florida City Ranks […]
What Happens After An Arrest?
What Happen After An Arrest? There Are Series Of Bureaucratic Legal Procedures You Go Through Most people have never been arrested. Thus, many people don’t know the procedure. Below is a brief summary of how an arrest goes down in Florida and what to expect. Police read you your Miranda Rights Police are required to […]
I Have Money To Post Bail But No One To Help
I Have Money To Post Bail But No Friends Or Family To Help Me. How Do I Get Out Of Jail? You have the money to post bail. However, you don’t have friends or family members who can assist you. That’s not a problem. You can post bail directly with the court or jail or […]
Infractions, Misdemeanors and Felonies? What’s The Difference?
Do You Know The Difference Between Infractions, Misdemeanors, and Felonies? Most People Who Get Trouble With Law Don’t Criminal law classifies crimes in different categories. The classification of the crime dictates the severity of punishment, crimes are categorized in grades. There are three grades of crime: infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies. Infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies carry […]
The 4 Dangers of Staying In A Florida Jail To Await Your Hearing
The 4 Dangers of Staying In A Florida Jail to Await Your Hearing Rather Than Getting A Bond After police arrest you, your first instinct is to immediately post bail. This allows you to leave jail to await your hearing at home. As long as you show up to all of your hearings. However, you […]
Public Defender or a Private Attorney: Which Is Better For Me?
Is A Public Defender Or A Private Attorney Better For My Criminal Defense? Believe it or not, clients ask BailOption staff all the time if you are better hiring a private attorney or a public defender. We can’t give you legal advice or steer you to one lawyer over another. So, we tell our clients […]