Useful Tips To Help You Speed Up Your Bail Bond Process
Getting arrested can send a wave of traumatic emotions, especially in the case of a first-time offender. An arrest is not only frightening, confusing, and embarrassing, but can also take a toll on you physically and financially. You are likely to count down the minutes until you can see a judge and find out your bail.
Your main concern is to post bail as soon as possible to return home to your family or job. Luckily, if you are prepared, you might not have to spend a single night in jail. Here are four tips to help you get out of jail faster.
1. Call a Reputable Bonds Agent
If you want a quick release from jail, it is in your best interest to contact a bonds agent. Chances are, an unexpected amount of money will be demanded to facilitate your release while you await a court appearance. If you are tight on cash or can't cover the cost of bail, you could end up staying in jail longer than necessary, awaiting your trial. A reputable bail bond company wants to release you quickly and will utilize its contacts within the legal system to help speed up the process. In addition to putting up money for bail, you can also gain insight into how the legal process will work, what to expect and how to prepare for your specific case.
2. Gather Necessary Information about Your Arrest
The faster you can gather details surrounding your arrest, the sooner you are likely to process your bail. Gathering information also helps you present some up-front information about the arrest and expedite your release. You can also inquire about your bond amount that is set based on the nature of the crime. You can request necessary information from the arresting officer or a desk officer. Sometimes, a loved one can obtain this information on your behalf to facilitate a speedy release.
3. Get a Co-signer
If you were not planning on spending the night in jail, chances are you might not be in a financial position to settle your bail even if you involve a bail bondsman. Once you learn the bail amount you can involve a friend or family member to help you get out of jail by consigning the bail bond. The co-signer helps you by vouching that they believe you will appear in court and are ready to take on the financial responsibility should you not appear in court. Please keep in mind that your bond co-signer has the right to contact the bondsman and withdraw the bond should they feel uncomfortable with your actions. This means returning into police custody, hence it’s in your best interest to adhere to the terms of your release.
4. Contact a Criminal Defense Attorney
Although you don't need a criminal defense lawyer to initiate your bond bail process, calling one can come in handy. You can tell them about your crime and they can provide legal representation during a bail hearing or even help you negotiate a proportionate bail. Depending on state procedures, you might need a special hearing to request a lowered bail, and the lawyer can help with your preliminary appearance as well as the rest of your defense. Also, since the judge reserves the right to grant or deny bail depending on the evidence presented in court, a lawyer is crucial in your preliminary appearance as well as obtaining a fair bail.
If you or your loved one is sitting in jail, we understand the desire to get out and return home as quickly as possible. Contact Don's Bail Bonds to help you move quickly with your bail process. We look forward to helping you with your bail bond needs to facilitate a quick release.
