Bail Bond FAQs

BAIL BOND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who and what determines the bail amount?

The judge sets the bail amount during a hearing by considering a variety of factors such as crime severity, previous convictions, the defendant's ties to the community, family, and whether or not they have steady employment.

Do you need a bail agent?

You need to hire a bail agent when you cannot afford bail. The bail agent requires a fee and will take on the responsibility of the full bail amount.

What do you need before contacting a bail agent?

The full name of the person in jail
What jail they are in
Their booking number
The charges
Any other information you can get

Where do you post the bond?

The bail agent is available at the bail bond office where all paperwork and payment will be taken care of.

When does the bail agent post the bond?

It is posted after the premium has been paid and an official signature has been written.

How long will it take to be released?

From a short amount of time or several hours, it all depends on the circumstances and how many people are in the jail.

What happens after release?

The person needs to show up for all court hearings. They also need to meet any conditions set by the bail agent.

What happens if they do not show up for their court date?

The bail agent will be required to pay the full bail amount when the defendant does not show up for court.

If they do not show up or they violate bail conditions, the agent will locate the defendant and return them to jail.

You also could lose any collateral that was signed over with the bond or the co-signer will be responsible.

How long do I have to abide by the terms of the bond?

When the trial is over if it's taken to court, a plea of guilty or a dismissal.
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