Only a judge can set, raise, and lower bail amounts. No bail agent, lawyer, jury, or other party can change the bail amount. The judge can consider a petition, but he or she may not grant a change. Posting bail bonds can be paid off through a variety of methods, from cash to checks to […]
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By now, you know that texting and driving is a no-no in California. That’s how we generally understand this law – texting and driving. But this law actually extends beyond text messaging. Here is what else you cannot do, and what you can do, on your phone while you are driving. While driving, you may […]
You’d think that companies who have been in business for a very long time will know how best to treat their clients and meet their expectations and goals, huh? Well, sometimes, that’s not always true. Some companies are “out-of-date” and not up to speed with current trends, technology, and the very fact that time is […]
We are fast approaching our next extended Summer holiday weekend – Labor Day Weekend – and we’re confident there will be no shortage of men and women making sure they have a great weekend. From barbecuing to drinking to partying in the pool or at the beach, we’re here to give you a few friendly […]
Do not let your friend’s summer be ruined by sittin in jail after being arrested. If someone you know and care about was recently arrested, give him a helping hand by bailing him out of jail. No one wants to spend time in jail, especially during the summer when he should be out having fun. […]
If you somehow find yourself behind bars, wouldn’t you want someone to come to your rescue and bail you out of jail? Imagine if someone you care about found themself in jail, wouldn’t they feel the same way? Help your friend get out of jail by talking with one of our bail agents at Walnut […]
A lot of bail bonds companies try to provide their clients with great service, and end up falling short. Some of these companies fall far enough that they have more complaints about them than they have years of being in business. San Ramon Bail Bond Store has been in business for nearly 30 years and […]
You have the right to have a copy of your criminal record, if you so wish. You may want to see this to review accuracy and completeness of it. In order to get a copy, you will need to pay a $25 processing fee to the Department of Justice. You will also need to submit […]
The family member is arrested and charged with a crime. The District Attorney (DA) will review the case and decide whether or not to file charges. If the DA decides not to move forward with charging the individual with a crime, the case is dismissed and he or she is free to go home. If […]
As you probably know, a criminal history can affect your parental rights over your child. The judge always has the child’s best interests and safety at heart. A judge will look at the offense, how old you were at the time, what your sentence was, how long ago the crime was committed, and how you’ve […]
As far as you know it, getting arrested means that your life is pretty much over. You’re going to be kicked out of school and/or fired from your job. You won’t get another career-focused job. You won’t get a loan, or an apartment. Your relationships with friends, family, and lovers will be ruined. This is […]
Being a bail bondsman at Contra Costa Bail Bond Store Services is much like being any other professional businessman or woman. This is a real job that requires annual training, a license and certification, and excellent customer service skills. Our bail agents aren’t your image of a mobster or club bouncer. They don’t wear dark […]
When a friend or family member has run into trouble with the law and found themselves behind bars, you will want to help them. You want your love one to be bailed out of jail yesterday. A lot of bail bonds companies claim to be the fastest but fail to deliver on those promises. Placer […]
Just because your loved one was arrested does not mean you have to work yourself to death to rescue her. Bailing someone out of jail can be extremely difficult if you have to do it by yourself, but lucky for you there is Pittsburg Bail Bond Store. We will make bailing your loved one out […]
Life can be going well and you can feel great, then you get the news; your friend or family member has been arrested. Discovering that a loved one has been arrested can been troubling and worrisome. You will want to do whatever you can to help out the important person in your life, and Pinole […]
How soon do I need to pay bail? Well, that depends on the method you are choosing. If you want to be direct and pay the court (without going through a third party), you will pay the entire amount of your bail at once. Only when you do this can you get out of jail. […]
As a general rule, if you think your friend might need some advice or a good heart-to-heart (but is too shy to ask), then you should be the one to go up to him or her and offer your help. Even if it turns out they really have their own situation under control, it’s better […]
If there are so many alternatives to driving yourself, why don’t you take it? Not only can it be cheaper, it can also be smarter and safer, especially if you’ve been drinking. The legal alcohol limit in California is .08%, but that does not mean that is the point at which everyone is drunk, a […]
It’s time to show court (and your friends and family) how sorry you are for your crime, how seriously you are taking this situation, and how much you really don’t reflect the actions and attitude you demonstrated in the past. To do this, you need to represent yourself accordingly in court: Do not chew gum […]
College students don’t have time for full-time jobs. Some don’t even have time for part time jobs. They’re busy getting an education for which they are paying thousands and thousands of dollars for. On top of their tuition, they pay for housing, food, bills, etc. And then upon graduating college, they probably have thousands and […]