The world of Bail Bonds can be confusing at a time when the person posting the bond is most vulnerable. If you your loved one is in jail, they want out! When they are in jail, they say things like, “I think they are going to get me in here!” ” I can’t stay another minute in here!” The people in here are not like me, I’m scared! ….Please get me out!” Then there is the simple fact that many people have jobs, and they need to get out to keep their job. Jobs are very, very important. Getting out of jail as soon as is possible takes a very capable and reliable bail bondsman.
The first thing a person trying to help the person in jail or “arrestee” is that the bail is set according to a set “bail schedule” according to the charges that were contemplated by the arresting officer. For instance, if you view the video entitled “Misdemeanor vs. Felony” at www.theDUIminute.com you will learn that it may depend on what an officer considers is a serious injury. A fat lip that requires stitches is minor to one officer and major to another. The difference could be $1,600 for a misdemeanor DUI or $50,000 for a felony DUI with great bodily injury (GBI). What a difference!
The next thing to remember is that bail bond company may charge in the range of 8% to 10% depending on the nature of the charges and the arrestee. That charge is to post the entire amount so that you do not have to post the entire bond amount. So if you have been in the community a long time, own a home, or have excellent credit, it could make a big difference to the bail bond company. Here is a short list of the things a bail bondsman may want to know:
1. Name and date of birth of Arrestee,
2. How long you have lived in the community and if the arrestee has prior convictions,
3. Are you asking for a discount (you never know unless you ask) it may be military, referral (from San Diego Defenders) or AAA etc,
4. Are you asking for a payment plan and do you already have a lawyer.
We have provided this list of bail bond companies for your convenience. Please let them know you were referred by San Diego Defenders. Many of these companies will offer you a discount if you ask for one, but you must request it. Often, discounts of up to 20% are available for clients represented by San Diego Defenders. We try our best to personally interview each and every bail bond company in the area. Please call us if you want our recommendation for your particular situation at (619) 258-8888 to speak with an attorney.
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