Are you curious to know what the first 3 or so days look like for a defendant who was just arrested? Immediately when a person is arrested, they are read their Miranda Rights – the right to remain silent and the right to a lawyer. Following the arrest, the defendant is taken to booking. During […]
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You may be able to talk your way out of a traffic ticket, but there is no such thing as talking your way out of an arrest. You can try, but it will not work. Never try to physically resist arrest, as that will only make the matter worse. After you are arrested, you will […]
Cinco de Mayo means a lot of people are gearing up to celebrate the holiday with family, friends, and lots of drinking. In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of the Mexican Army’s surprise victory of the French Forces at the Battle of Puebla. In America, the holiday has come to represent the celebration […]
When a person is arrested for committing a crime, they will have an arraignment hearing before the actual trial begins. At a defendant’s arraignment hearing, they learn the charges that are being filed against them. The defendant will then be asked to enter a plea, which they will do so after consulting with their lawyer. […]
If your loved one has been arrested and you are committed to being there to support them each step of the way, then you will know that soon, they will have an arraignment hearing. This is their first court appearance after they have been arrested. Here is what you can expect to happen: The charges […]
There was a recent incident involving rape, Facebook, and what did or did not happen after the fact. An adolescent Chicago girl was raped by 5 or 6 males and the incident was streamed live on Facebook long enough for nearly 50 people to watch and know what was going on. None of those nearly […]
Many types of gambling are illegal in California, but at least Las Vegas is not too far away! It is worth noting that not all forms of gambling are outlawed in California. Here are some ways gamblers can get their fix without having to leave California: INDIAN CASINOS – These are similar to Vegas-style casinos […]
As you know, California passed Prop 64 last November, making marijuana usage legal in California. However, as you might expect, the prop is not that simple to follow. There are details and complexities written within the prop and forthcoming laws. There are regulations and concerns that must be addressed. Here is what you should know […]
Street racing has definitely become more popular in recent years thanks to a number of movies and video games alike. Street racing can be very dangerous to participate in in real life and is against the law in California. Some people may think that street racing is just a bit of harmless fun, but they […]
Carpool lanes in California are reserved for drivers who have at least 1 extra passenger in their vehicle. These lanes were created to relieve some traffic congestion. Often times, you will see the traffic in the carpool lane, or the high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane going faster than the other 3-6 lanes to the right […]
People associate bail bonds with crime, dangerous people, and jail. All of which are negative thoughts. At Walnut Creek Bail Bond Store, we understand this. However, it is one of our goals to help you see otherwise. We are here to help bail defendants out of jail and to show why this is a good […]
Tell yourself that 2017 will be the year that everything goes right and commit to this statement as much as possible. Everyone knows that some things will go a little wrong every now and then, and that is okay. After all, life is not perfect. The little wrongs are easy to fix, but the bigger […]
Employers are not the only people you should be worried about when you think, “I shouldn’t post that on social media.” These days, friends, family, police officers, activists groups, and even the general public need to be taken into consideration. Everyone is on social media and you never know whose hands your content can end […]
Mad, scared, worried, stressed – these are feelings that you face when you learn a loved one of yours has been arrested. Think about what your loved one is feeling and what they are going through. They have it so much worse than you. What they need most right now is for you to support […]
Having a criminal record is not exactly a good thing, however, having a criminal record is not the worst thing ever. Though it may be a little weight to carry, your criminal record will not ruin your life. Have you ever considered that someone you know, whether your neighbor, coworker, or your child’s friend’s parent, […]
Every January 1st, a whole bunch of new laws go into effect in California. The new laws this year include the following: Minimum Wage: Any business that employs 26 or more people will be raising their minimum wages to $10.50, up $0.50 per hour. By 2022, it will be $15. Gun Laws: Anyone who previously […]
Are you feeling lost and confused due to a loved one’s arrest? We know that you want to help your friend or family member get out of jail, but you have now idea on how to do that. You will want the help of an expert to guide you through the process of rescuing your […]
Are you wondering how much the interest on your friend or family member’s bail bond will be? Well, if you go to the right bail bond company, you will not have to pay any interest. Some bail bond companies charge interest on their bail bonds. This means that you will have to pay more than […]
Wondering how you are going to pay for your loved one’s bail bond? Do not worry, a good bail agent will make paying for your friend or family member’s bail bond easy. After all, a bail agent’s job is to make the bail bond process easier for his or her clients. Most bail bond companies […]
When needing to post bail, a defendant has a couple of options. Which option he or she chooses is dependent on what they can afford. The first option is cash bail. For this option, the defendant, and anyone on his or her behalf, must pay the full bail amount to the court in order for […]