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The average cost of bail has increased from around $25,000 to over $50,000 in recent years. Suffice to say, many people don’t have the ability to pay these high prices right away.  This is where bail bonds companies come in. When you’re in a financial pinch or can’t scrape up the money to pay bail, […]

Over ten million people are arrested in the United States every year. But, some crimes are more common than others.  Read on to learn about the most common crimes. 1. Theft Theft is the most common crime in the United States. This is specific to burglary and larceny. Crimes included under this category include pickpocketing, […]

More than 10 million people are arrested in the United States every year. If you are among these, you have likely gone through the bail bonds process and have an arraignment set. You may be wondering what happens if you miss your court date? The short answer is that missing a court date when out […]

Did you hear about Billy Bingham? Jailed in a North Carolina prison, Billy was one of the many inmates who caught COVID-19. It was about half-past midnight, when Billy took his last breath, making him the 9th prisoner to die of COVID-19 in North Carolina. If you have a friend or loved one in jail, […]

Going to court for the first time is an experience that can cause a lot of anxiety and distress. It’s normal for all first-timers to feel nervous.  If you have a court date that is approaching and it’s your first time appearing in front of a judge, you will need to appear confident and positive. […]

You never know when it might happen. You get a call in the middle of a night. A friend or loved one has been jailed and they need your help posting bail. You have several options to consider. Your first thought might be contacting a bail bondsman. These companies will pay the full bail amount […]

Drug laws have been undergoing extensive changes and revisions in 2020, like nearly every other aspect of life. This is a good sign for drug laws that have been badly in need of investigation for a long time.  It’s not good news for everybody, unfortunately. Nor is it good news for people trying to keep […]

Are you out on bond? Make sure you know your court date! Emergencies can cause you to miss your court date, but not showing for that scheduled date can lead to severe consequences. Part of your bail agreement includes showing up to court on time. Even if you do everything else according to the rules […]

Mistakes happen. So when they do and there’s a hefty bail amount to pay for those mistakes, what do you do? The good news is that there are various types of bail and resources to handle bail payments. Keep reading to learn how each one can apply to you.  Types of Bail First of all, […]

There’s a reason why the bail bond industry brings in approximately $2.3 billion every year. When you or someone you love is in jail, most people will do anything to get them out. Unfortunately, this eagerness to get out can lead some people to make simple bail bond mistakes. Even if done unintentionally, these mistakes […]