We don’t know exactly why these laws were ever laid out, and we don’t know why the government won’t officially remove them. But what we do know is that these are some of the dumbest, oldest laws in California that you could technically get in trouble for: It’s illegal to play a trumpet to bring […]
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Obviously, everyone wants to get out of jail as quickly as they can. Your release is partially dependent on you, so it is important to make your bail bond process go as smoothly and seamlessly as possible on your end. Doing these can make your wait in jail longer: Choosing an unreliable bail company. Not […]
Say you’re with a friend. Something happens and the cops are suddenly a part of the situation. Your friend is put in handcuffs. Seeing this angers you because you know your friend is innocent. But, what you don’t want to do is express your anger too passionately because this can result in your arrest as […]
Don’t miss the spectacular fireworks show this 4th of July! There are so many locations in California to catch them that there is surely a place near you. Here are some of California’s best spots to see fireworks: America Fest at the Rose Bowl in Los Angeles – the largest fireworks show in LA Hollywood […]
A DUI checkpoint is a time when the police block off a section of the road to scan drivers as who are driving along that road. This is when the police ensure they are driving safe and sober – or if they are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If the latter case appears […]
If you plan on drinking this 4th of July weekend, you might want to consider how your method of transportation will be ahead of time. There will be an abundance of DUI checkpoints all around Los Angeles and every other city because as expected, there will parties happening everywhere which means there will be much […]
Your July 4th celebrations must be in the works already and this year, America’s birthday lands on a weekend, meaning the parties are going to last longer than ever! Whether you’re barbecuing, hanging at the pool, hitting the beach, picnicking or engaging in some other fun activities that we missed, make sure to cap your […]
The spectacle of 4th of July is always the fireworks show. They cease to amaze us, no matter how many times we watch them light up the sky. We always want the best view, the closest view. Sometimes, we even want to play with them ourselves. But, do you know what fireworks you are and […]
Federal authorities have warned local law enforcement officials across the country about a heightened concern involving possible terror attacks targeting the July 4th holiday, a U.S. law enforcement official said. While there was no specific or credible threat of attack, the official said the intelligence bulletin prepared by the Department of Homeland Security and the […]
U.S. law enforcement officials are boosting security measures ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, authorities said Tuesday. More police are being deployed to prominent locations because of concerns of terrorist threats, including some from suspected ISIS supporters in the U.S. who may heed the group’s call to carry out attacks. The FBI, Department of […]
The process of bailing someone out of jail is routine, but the attention and quality of the process shouldn’t be. Every person who must collaborate with a bail bond company should want excellent attention and personalized treatment so they feel like their agent truly wants to help them. This is exactly what one can get […]
As you know, a couple weeks ago, there was a shooting at a historic African-American church in South Carolina. A young Caucasian man killed nine African-American men and women. This was ruled a hate crime. Every state has their own laws against hate crimes and resulting consequences, but you can guess they’re all pretty close […]
The 2013 Vanderbilt rape case has attracted nationwide attention: four college football players were arrested and charged for the rape of a female student. Two men went to trial first but just recently, the judge declared a mistrial. The two men were allowed to post bail a second time as they await the time until […]
You might think that celebrities are given a more lax treatment in jail, but that is certainly not the case. Celebrities face the same consequences as other offenders. In recent news, rapper Rick Ross was arrested for assault and kidnapping. He was denied bail, even though he could very well afford it. However, the judge […]
You must have heard the dangers of leaving young children unattended in cars on a hot day while you’re running into a store, but did you know that it’s actually illegal to do this in California? It is a crime. This is Kaitlyn’s Law, enacted in the state in 2002 after 6-month-old Kaitlyn died in […]
If a defendant gets out of jail using a bail bond from a bail agent, that bail agent becomes responsible for ensuring the defendant appears back in court. If the defendant skips court, the bail agent must pay the rest of the bond. So, what would get a bail agent, a stranger, to take on […]
It might not have occurred to you, but did you know that the public benefits from bail bonds, not just the person the bail bond is for? By bailing a person out of jail, it lowers pre-trial jail populations, meaning people pay less for the taxes it otherwise could cost. People eligible for bail are […]
If you’ve ever been arrested and bailed out of jail, be grateful. People who cannot afford bail face a harsh reality that we hope no one will ever have to endure. Being in jail is about survival. Jails are filled with dangerous, intimidating criminals. And not only is the company unwelcoming, the physical environment is […]
Young, beautiful, social, and successful. She was thoroughly enjoying her life, as it seemed as picture perfect as possible. Then one day, she was arrested (for a crime we will not discuss, as it could be anything between not paying tickets to murder). Sitting in jail, she thought her life as she knew it, was […]
Change may not always be a bad thing. People like routine, they like what they know and are used to. They are more often than not, scared of change. Even more so, they are scared when change happens within themselves or a friend because they become someone they are not too familiar with anymore. However, […]