Denied Bail? 6 Reasons Why It Happened!
Denied Bail? Here Are 6 Reason Why It Happened! A bail bond can help you stay out of custody when the police arrest you. Judges only offer bail to people who promise to show up for future court hearings and don’t have a long list of past crime recordings. You shouldn’t always assume you will […]
Can You Bail Someone Out Of Jail On The Weekend?
Can You Bail Someone Out Of Jail On The Weekend? Yes, You Can! So Don’t Wait Until Monday! Imagine getting a call from a loved one who has been arrested on a weekend, and they need your help getting out of jail. The first question that may come to mind is, “Can you bail someone […]
So, A Grand Jury Has Indicted You!
So, A Grand Jury Has Indicted You! Does That Mean You’re Going Jail? If you are under investigation for a criminal offense, the prosecution may convene a grand jury. A grand jury can decide if there is enough evidence to indict you. So, what happens now that a grand jury has indicted you? An indictment […]
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 […]
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 […]
Judges Consider 5 Factors When Setting Bail Amounts
Bail Bonds 101: Judges Consider 5 Factors When Setting Bail Amounts. After an arrest, the arrested person must post bail to secure a release, in most cases. The bail acts as security that guarantees the judge that the person will attend all court hearings. However, defendants don’t realize judges consider 5 factors when setting bail. […]
I Posted Bail. What Happens To My Money?
I Posted Bail. What Happens To My Money? Bail is an essential component of the legal system. After posting bail and getting out of jail, every defendant asks, “I posted bail. What happens to my money?” Defendants awaiting trial can resume their everyday lives after posting bail. That is, as long as they promise to […]
You Have The Right To Remain Silent
You Have The Right To Remain Silent And It’s In Your Best Interest To Remain Silent When Arrested Police have arrested you. So, what do you do? Keep quiet and don’t say a word. You have the right to remain silent! The right to remain silent is also known as your Miranda Rights. When you […]
Five Important Things to Do If Your Loved One Skips Court
The Five Important Things To Do If Your Loved One Skips Court After You Post Bail For Them When a loved one get arrested, your first instinct is to help them by posting bail. But, if he or she does not show up for their court date? Well, the bail is forfeited and the defendant […]
4 Mistakes That Could Send You Back to Jail
Make Sure You Don’t Make These 4 Mistakes That Could Send You Back To Jail Until Your Trial The court will generally allow you to post bail when you are charged with a crime. This allows you to live an almost normal life. Namely, you lower the risk of losing your job. However, you could […]