To all liquor stores, convenience stores, gas stations, and markets selling cigarettes to minors in California now means selling them to 20-year-olds. The new law in the state raises the minimum smoking age from 18 to 21, the same age a person has to be to have alcohol. California is the second state in the […]
Category Archives: Martinez Bail Bonds
When your best friend gets arrested in the middle of the night without warning, you are going to be one of the first people who he or she calls for help. If you do not want him or her to sit in jail any longer, then you are in need of a bail bonds company […]
When you or someone you know need a bail bond, here are few items you need to provide: Premium – 10% of the bail amount A co-signer Collateral The defendant’s loyalty to show up for court Perhaps the one we get the most questions for, would be collateral. What can be used as collateral? Collateral […]
People’s cell phones nowadays hold a lot of information and secrets. When a police officer wants to look through your cell phone, in most cases, they will need a warrant. Here are some instances where a warrant will not be required: The owner gives consent to the cops to search the phone. When the police […]
Fraud is defined as: “wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain.” There are all kinds of fraud like credit card fraud, identity fraud/theft, and disability fraud, to name a few. Fraud is a huge problem in the United States. Disability fraud alone saw over 90,000 allegations last year. This issue […]
When researching various bail bond companies who can potentially provide you with the best bail bond support you need, you will notice that many companies share similar qualities and services. It is incredibly important to pay attention to these qualities, and former client testimonials, as it could be the reason you end up paying more […]
Ever wonder why you should help bail your loved one out of jail or not? It should be a no-brainer. There are so many negative thoughts run through your mind about your loved one being arrested: he or she is in danger in jail, he or she is surrounded by some hardened criminal she or […]
“Positivity goes a long way” may be a cliché but it is also true. Positivity has the power to really turn a bad situation into a better one at the very least, even if it is not the best. Frankly, that should be good enough. So if you are rabid after finding out that your […]
Coaching someone on how to react the right way when they find out their loved one has been arrested and put into jail is almost impossible. First of all, no one anticipates such a call or has time to prepare themselves on how to react when they get the call. Secondly, it is such a […]
Here is a special message for all college students: do not get yourself arrested. You are probably thinking, “Well obviously,” but in case you do not understand the true scope of the consequences, we are here to give them to you. Getting arrested means going to jail, being booked, and officially documented. You may have […]
Are you bored? Want some fun? Try some light reading and educate yourself with some tips for when you travel to various states all across America. We have put together some of America’s nuttiest, most absurd laws that are still in effect today. They probably are not heavily enforced, thanks to how ridiculous they are, […]
People here in America are getting pretty anxious as the 2016 Presidential election draws closer and closer. Vote-by-mail instructions have already started going out to many, an indication that voting will happen in no time. There are certain requirements to be eligible to vote, the obvious one is being at least 18 years old, actively […]
If a loved one has been arrested, you can show how supportive you are by contacting us here at Contra Costa County Bail Bonds. We provide affordable bail bonds with customized payment plans so that whatever payment schedule you are set up with, you do not have to struggle financially. We understand that this bail […]
A pregnant woman is well aware that she should not drink alcohol, but even if she does order something alcoholic at a restaurant or bar, that establishment could refuse her that drink. Clearly, it is all for the good of the woman and her baby, but have you considered that the refusal could be discrimination? […]
There is a reason for that “Do Not Enter” sign posted on the fence. Whether it is a protected natural habitat, a private property or a hazardous location, you should always obey the sign. Even if the area you are trying to reach consistently has visitors trespassing with little to no interruption from the police, […]
As teens, we looked forward to turning 16 because it is sweet, 18 because we become adults and can vote and purchase cigarettes, and 21 because we can drink. However, with a new law just about ready to make its rule known, there will be some change here, with one less thing to look forward […]
Dividing paychecks is something everyone should learn how to do when they become adults. Schools should really consider teaching this to all students, no matter what they major in, because it is extremely helpful. Knowing how you spend every dollar of your income allows you to live comfortably and may just save you in times […]
Starting June 9th, people age 18, 19, and 20, will no longer be able to purchase tobacco products in California. Currently, you have to be at least 18 years old to buy cigarettes, but this is a move towards lowering teen smoking, an act which we are all aware has serious health risks. The Institute […]
Applying for a bail bond is a quick and simple process, but there is no room for error. A bail bond can just as easily be revoked as it is granted, and obviously, no one wants that. Here are 3 important tips to follow when getting a bail bond: Hire a bail bond agent and […]
If you really want to wow and surprise someone who is important to you for their birthday, and if you are financially stable enough to do so, you should give them the ultimate gift of a unified family. How do you do that? Bail the “troublemaker” of the family out of jail! The birthday is […]