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Do You Know The Difference?

In the bail bond industry, there are many questions that we are asked on a daily basis. One that concerns a lot of people, is: what is better for bailing out my loved one, a bail bondsman or a bail agent? We get this question quite a lot at Contra Costa County Bail Bonds, so […]

Why Do Some Companies Need Collateral?

Sometime when you are paying for a large bail bond, some bail bond companies require their clients to put something up as collateral. This can be very inconvenient and discouraging for some people, which will prevent them from even trying to bail their loved one out of jail. For those who may not know, collateral […]

Did You Know There Is Still Time?

Do you realize that there is still time to get your loved one out of jail in time for New Year’s Eve celebration? The bail bond process is really short and simple. With a good bail agent, like the ones you can be find at Contra Costa County Bail Bonds, your loved one can be […]

What Are My Options When Paying For A Bail Bond?

At a good bail bond company, like Contra Costa County Bail Bonds, you will have many options when you need to pay for your loved one’s bail. There are many bail bond companies out there and each one is a little different. The best ones will accept a number of different payment options in an […]

Do Not Let A Bad Day Ruin Your Entire Life

It is so easy to give good advice, but somehow it is difficult to take that same advice and apply it to our own lives. You tell a friend to not let one bad day ruin their entire life, but now you are having a bad day and cannot help but think it is going […]

The Best Gift Yet

During the holidays, people typically budget out their spending and plan a maximum on how much to spend on one person’s gift. Unless they are outrageously rich, those maximums will not reach the thousands. Plus, they want to be fair to family and friends and not spend way more on one sibling than the other. […]

What Is Bail And What Is A Bail Bond?

Bail bonds and bail can easily be mistaken as the same thing, especially to the many of those who do not know the legal process that well. Bail bonds and bail are related, but they are very different. Bail is the amount of money a defendant will have to owe court in order to be […]

Your Criminal Record Is Just A Record

Having a criminal record does not mean your life is over. It means that you have made some bad mistakes in the past. The fact that you are not in prison and are living at home instead means that you handled the situation responsibly and are ready to move on. You can move on even […]

Figuring Out Bail And Holiday Gifts

Between paying for bail and paying for Christmas gifts, it seems that you do not have much wiggle room. However, if you work with Contra Costa County Bail Bonds, your cash flow will not be as tight as you might think. You will have more money to spend as you wish. Cash bail is extremely […]

Let’s Not Talk About Your Juvenile Criminal History

Starting 2017, anytime you apply for a new job, you have one less thing to worry about when employers ask about your criminal history, if you have one. For starters, having a criminal history will not stop you from getting a job. Plenty of people who have prior convictions and records have secured jobs. In […]

The Gift Of Freedom And A Happy Holiday Season

In need of an unbelievable gift for a certain someone in jail this year? How about their freedom? Do not worry about the high cost of their cash bail, go the bail bond route instead, and Contra Costa County Bail Bonds can help get this gift for you. Instead of paying 100% of the cash […]

New Gun Laws For California Once Again

California gun owners and sellers, prepare yourself for even more gun laws. Here is some of what you will need to know, and how it might change your habits: Anytime you buy ammo, you will now need to pass a background check. This will go into effect July 2019. If you travel outside of California […]

New Cell Phone Laws Coming For California

With all the talk about Donald Trump being President Elect, how much have you heard about the laws and ordinances that are set to take effect soon? We are talking about new cell phone laws? Yep, there will be new ones coming January 1, 2017. Here is what you should know: Under no circumstances will […]

What Is The Rush To Go To Jail?

Even if you are running late for your holiday engagement, it is better not to frantically rush and drive recklessly. Sure, you do not want to miss too much, but get there when you get there. It is better than getting into an accident or being pulled over! For the cops, trying to get somewhere […]

How Do I Choose A Bail Agent?

Choosing the right bail agent is a very important task, your loved one’s freedom hangs in the balance. So, how do you do it? It is not like they teach you how to do this in school. Luckily, Contra Costa County Bail Bonds is here to help you. When looking at a bail agent, you […]

How Much Does A Bail Bond Cost In California?

Are you looking to bail a friend or family member out of jail, but are worried about the cost? Do not fret, Contra Costa County Bail Bonds can help you out. We have been making bail bonds cheap and affordable for Californians for the last 30 years. In California, all bail bonds start out as […]

What Do I Do When Someone I Care About Is Arrested?

When someone you care about has been arrested, you undoubtedly want to help out. This means that you will probably want to bail your loved one out of jail. When it comes to bail, you have 2 options: You can pay a cash bail, which will be the full amount of your loved one’s bail. […]

When You Need To Bail Out A Loved One

Whenever we need help with something complicated, we look for someone with more knowledge than us in the matter. Most of the time, that means talking to a friend or family member who has some experience in that area. However, that will not always work. There are some things that most people have very little […]

Your Best Friend Is The Best

Your best friend is someone that you can count on to always be there for you when you need help. You know that no matter what, your friend will do whatever he or she can to help you out. It is this commitment and dedication that made you choose this person as your best friend. […]

It Is Not Too Late To Help

It is never too late to help out a friend or family member in need. Your loved one may have been arrested, and Christmas may be on its way, but it is not too late. With the right help, you can have your loved one out of jail and home in time for Christmas. To […]