When a loved one is arrested for whatever reason, this can be a stressful and worrying time for you. Regardless of the crime that they may have committed, it is important that one understands the bail bond situation and how they can easily have their loved one released. Domestic violence is a crime that has […]
There are a number of things that one needs to know about the offense of BUI or boating under the influence. We shall discuss these things here: What is BUI Being charged with boating under the influence How a bail bond company can help What is BUI? When you are out on the water, it […]
The popularity of internet use keeps rising and so does the cybercrimes rate. Cybercrimes are criminal offenses that use the internet or happen through social media or via computer technology. Many efforts have been made to curb the cybercrime rate but it continues to rise. New law enforcement policy for cybercrimes aims at deterring criminals […]
What is a warrant? A warrant is a document issued by a legal or government official authorizing the police or some other official agency to make an arrest, search your home, car, business, or any other specified place, or carry out some other action relating to the administration of justice. A warrant allows the police […]
Are you licensed? Make sure you are dealing with a reputable bail bondsman licensed in the state of Colorado. Before hiring any bail bondsmen, ask to see their license and identification. Do I need a cosigner? Some bond companies do require you to have a cosigner sign the bond to make the bond more secure. […]
The Miranda Warning states: “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you.” With a few exceptions, when a person is arrested by […]
Bailing out someone in another state adds complexity to the bail bond process. Many bail bond agencies don’t like to post bail bonds for people who are arrested out-of-state, because people who are arrested out of their home state are viewed as being high-risk for not returning to court. However, a person arrested out-of-state can […]
The original intent of bail was to have people accused of a crime give something valuable enough to make sure that they’d return to trial in exchange for not having to remain in jail until their trial. This system has been accused of being unfair. In most states, people must pay bail in cash. The […]
A bond is a promise backed by money. The main difference between a cash bond and a security bond is that a cash bond involves two parties while a surety bond involves three. With a cash bail bond, the defendant or someone representing the defendant pays the entire bail amount in cash to the jail […]
Probation gives offenders an alternative to jail. It also serves as a second chance for people convicted of crimes and allows the justice system to monitor convicted offenders for good behavior while out of jail. It allows those convicted of a crime to avoid prison time as long as offenders follow court-ordered conditions. These conditions […]
