Never did you ever think you’d get a call from a loved one sitting in jail. But, that call did come in and now you’re tasked with having to figure out how to help bail them out of jail. So many emotions are running through you and you don’t know where to even begin. You […]
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There are hundreds of bail bond companies in California so it may seem like it can be pretty easy to get bail bond help wherever you are, right? Wrong. Not all bail bond companies are the same and not all will give you the attention and service you deserve. (Think of it your regular customer […]
A couple years ago you were arrested for shoplifting. You paid your consequences, you learned your lesson, you’ve stayed out of trouble ever since. You think that this crime has pretty much evaporated from existence. You’re wrong. This crime is on your permanent record that will, every now and then, make you nervous. This is […]
As much as we want to give our friends all the help they need, there are times where we simply cannot provide that. We shouldn’t take this as failure or defeat for ourselves. It just means our friend needs more specific, dedicated and professional help and it is honestly best to have someone else provide […]
At Contra Costa Bail Bond Store Services, we serve to protect the rights of those who have been arrested, whether that person is truly guilty of the crime or not. That’s why we offer an unmatched bail bond service. Contra Costa Bail Bond Store Services is the most reliable, affordable and helpful bail bond in […]
Bail is expensive and unfortunately there really isn’t much anyone can do about it. There are tips for lowering your bail amount possibility, though you’ll still probably think it’s expensive and we’d probably agree. But you’ll take what you can get, right? Here is what you can do to ensure you get the lowest bail […]
Bail – determined by a judge, this is the amount of money a defendant will need to pay court in order to leave jail. Bond or Bail Bond – a written contract from a professional bail agent to the court (acts as bail payment) with the understanding that if the defendant fails to go to […]
Some parents make the painful mistake of leaving their children unattended in the car as they dash into a store for a few minutes, thinking nothing bad can happen. Well, this is not only dangerous, but it’s also actually illegal to do this for children under 8 years old. And with the weather heating up, […]
No one ever anticipates needing to help bail a loved one (or themselves!) out of jail so you certainly shouldn’t be expected to know how you’re going to pay for bail immediately. Contra Costa Bail Bond Store Services wants to help you. We offer an optional way of paying for bail: instead of paying court […]
Collateral on a bail bond is exactly what it sounds like. Collateral is the item or items that Jane must pledge in order to secure something (in this case, a bail bond for Johns release from jail). If all goes well, Jane get her collateral released back to her by the designated date. If something […]
The general consensus when someone is arrested and goes to jail is that their “life is over.” Of course that’s a figure of speech but considering the circumstances, it is taken quite seriously. But, you have the power to give a person their life back, to give a person a new hope for a restart. […]
At Contra Costa Bail Bond Store Services, we do more than just bail people out of jail, we save families. Families come to us, concerned and stressed about one of their own who was just arrested. They put their trust in us to help get them out of jail. If you’re in a predicament like […]
The purpose of bail bonds is to release a recently arrested individual from jail for the days until his or her first court appearance. This person who may or may not actually be guilty for the crime they are being accused of. And because everyone is protected by the “innocent until proven guilty” phrase, (most) […]
For some reason (probably partially due to inaccurate representations through television and film), people tend to think about bail bond agents are big, intimidating guys who wear thick gold chains and large black coats. False. Bail agents are businessmen who undergo training, classes, and exams every year to get their license or renew it. A […]
Your iPod or phone could be worth millions of dollars, but don’t jump for joy just yet. What we mean is that more than likely, it has hundreds of songs on there that were illegally downloaded and if you are caught, it can cost you a very pricey consequence. Under federal law, offenders can face […]
For the first time in over 10 years, crime in Los Angeles has risen. Violent crimes (rape, aggravated assault, etc.) increased 20.6%, property crime increased 10.9%, auto theft increased 13.8%, and burglary increased 15.8%. A factor to this rise is Prop 47 that reduces felonies to misdemeanors for non-violent, non-serious crimes. This is also due […]
Let’s take a little history lesson, a rather important one. In grade school, we learn about the Constitution and Bill of Rights. These rights have protected the people for over 200 years and continue to do so, so it is imperative for the people to know their rights and know if and when they are […]
If you’re concerned you can’t gather enough money to pay for your loved ones bail in time, do not worry. There are other options, and the best one is to use a bail bond from Contra Costa Bail Bond Store Services. What will happen is one of the friendly agents will take your call. They […]
People generally think that being the younger sibling is “better” and “more fun.” Parents are more lax with their second child, having raised the first child and seeing the pros and cons to their parenting style. Over-protective on the first child? Ease up a bit on the second. Trust the first child enough? Certainly trust […]
Believe it or not, California has some of the strictest laws when it comes to pet ownership. For example, one cannot own a tiger in California, but can you believe it is legal to own one in other states? There are even some cute and furry little friends who are unwelcome as house pets. Whether […]