By now you probably have heard the whole “you have the right to remain silent” spiel. You know that as an arrested person, you can decline interrogation until your lawyer is present. But, do you know how this right came about? It took years before the justice system implemented rights for arrested people so that […]
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Aren’t you so grateful for payment plans? For Coachella, Disneyland passes, mortgage, even bail bond payments! Yep, even the things we don’t want to be paying for because it’s not for personal pleasure offer payment plans. The purpose of bail bond payments is to ensure the release of a loved one from jail as he […]
You might be surprised to hear that even the biggest celebrities approach bail bond companies for help when they are arrested. You’d think that even with all the money they have and their fame, they wouldn’t need a bail company. But that’s not true. They are not given any special consideration for their fame. And […]
The only way to get out of jail to live at home before and during your trial is to post bail. Now, there are two options for posting bail: paying in cash, or using a bail bond. Let’s explore the pros and cons of each: CASH BAIL: Pros: No third party involved with your bail. […]
When you’re getting out of jail on a bail bond, you want to make sure everything goes smoothly. You’ve hit enough bumps in your road to get where you are. Avoid these 5 mistakes and your bail bond will post immediately with no trouble: Neglecting consequences of skipping bail. You’re warned that if you don’t […]
If the FBI contacts you, of course you’re going to be freaking out! Try to remain calm and poised. You don’t need to give them any more reason to be suspicious of you. What you should do is get a lawyer. Let the FBI know you do not want to answer any of their questions […]
If you have no problem being persistent, direct, and honest with a loved one when absolutely necessary, then perhaps being a loved one’s cosigner is for you. What we mean is that if someone you know gets arrested, and they contact Contra Costa Bail Bond Storefor a bail agent, the bail agent may need to […]
What’s more challenging than getting arrest for a crime is getting arrested in a state you do not reside in. State has jurisdiction, meaning they can prosecute any crime that occurs in that state. So, if you are a California resident visiting Texas, and you are involved in some incident or crime and are arrested, […]
Bail exists to uphold the “innocent until proven guilty” protection. This means that a recently arrested person who has yet to stand in court can go about their regular lives during their days between arrest and court. They can go to work, to school, spend time with family and friends, etc. By posting bail, they […]
You may have heard the term “citizens arrest” before and you probably wondered what that meant. The police arrest people. Citizens don’t have that authority. But, in certain and uncommon situations, private individuals can have that power to arrest another without a warrant. Here’s how a citizens arrest works: If a person has very strong […]
Crimes are categorized into infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies. Infractions are harmless crimes like traffic tickets, littering, and graffiti. Offenders must pay fines or perform community service for violations. Misdemeanors are crimes like theft and some physical assaults and offenders are generally punished with a fine, community service, or up to a year in jail. Felonies […]
America does not have the room or funds to keep every arrested person in jail. That’s very unfortunate to think about – we have THAT many criminals? It is also not fair to those who are truly innocent of a crime to be kept in custody. Remember “innocent until proven guilty?” To try and regulate […]
How many bail bond companies do you know that serves the entire state of California with over 165 licensed and experienced agents? Antioch Bail Bond Store Services is an impressive company with outstanding customer satisfaction rates and testimonials. Unlike other bail companies, Antioch Bail Bond Store Services won’t turn you away for being too far […]
We all know jail is not a place you want to be, but what you know about jail may not be the truth. There are so many common misconceptions about jail. For one, jail is different than prison in that jail houses the recently arrested, those awaiting trial, and those serving short sentences. But, if […]
All Mom want’s for Mother’s Day is to spend time with her family, even if one of you has gotten arrested. She probably doesn’t get to spend as much time with the whole family as she would like, which is why Mother’s Day is a great encourager for families to be together. We can help […]
The California Department of Motor Vehicles conducted a study last year that showed a very interesting trend: more women are being arrested in Los Angeles and California as a whole for drinking and driving, particularly those in the 21-35 and 51+ age group. For men, DUI-related arrests have decreased. This trend is the same in […]
At Yoba County Bail Bond Store Services, we have not one, but two specialties: bailing people out of jail, and happily reuniting loved ones. How are we able to accomplish this so successfully? • 27 years of industry experience • Licensed and experienced agents who undertake mandatory training and classes each year to remain fresh […]
We don’t blame you for thinking jail and prison are two words for the same place. A lot of people use the two terms interchangeably when really, they are separate institutions. Let’s take a look: Jail Sheriffs and local governments run jail. Jail holds those who are waiting for their trial or serving short sentences. […]
Shoplifting is a serious crime yet 1 in 11 Americans do so anyway. Shoplifting is classified into two categories: petty theft and grand theft. Here is the difference between the two: Petty Theft Petty theft is property and goods stolen that is worth less than $950. This is often charged as a misdemeanor and if […]