How to Bail Someone Out of Jail
Jail is a scary prospect. In some situations, it ultimately ends up being nothing more than a minor setback, but in plenty of scenarios, extended…
Helpful Tips When Posting Bail
Being arrested has more consequences than just the potential loss of freedom. There are financials to consider, too. For instance, if the judge allows for…
The Movement to Release Those Who Cannot Afford Jail
Bail has become a focal point in the fight to transform the criminal justice system as well as the pretrial system, and there are several…
Beth Chapman has Throat Cancer
I say “Bounty Hunter,” you say “DOG!” Most everyone knows about the famous Hawaiian bail bondsman and his eccentric family of bounty hunters. Duane Chapman…
Texas State Prisons do not Provide AC for Inmates
Inmates from a Texas state prison have been fighting a lawsuit in federal court for more than a year, and a recent ruling may not…
Harris County Bail Reforms – Working, or Wrong Track?
The entire nation has eyes on reforms to bail systems that have been implemented in recent years. Some have taken place in New Jersey, and…
How Can I Prepare for My Bail Hearing?
How does a bail hearing work? Bail exists solely to secure your presence at future court hearings. The bail hearing is always your first court…
How Judges Determine Bail Amounts
First, what is “bail?” Bail is usually defined as an amount of money, given to a court to ensure that a criminal defendant will return…
Does Posting Bail Affect Your Credit Score?
Financial Questions About Posting Bail Resolving crime is difficult, and handling funds related to misdemeanors and felonies can be costly. When posting bail for a…
Understanding Your Bail Bond Payment Options
When an arrest lands someone you care about in jail, your first reaction is to post bail quickly. Before releasing a defendant, the court wants…