by Kelly Circle | Jan 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
When you or a loved one is arrested and awaiting trial, chances are the judge will set a specific bail amount. But how is that bail amount determined? The answer to this age-old question can be answered quickly once you better understand both the judicial system and...
by Kelly Circle | Dec 14, 2019 | Uncategorized
For most of us, the holiday season is a time to come together, cook fantastic meals, and make memories with loved ones. It’s also an incredibly chaotic season. When your mind is juggling travel plans and handling family drama, this happy season can suddenly take an...
by Kelly Circle | Nov 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
An unlawful arrest, otherwise known as a false arrest, is confusing, frantic, and downright unfortunate. For many, it’s nothing but a nightmare. We would all like to think that, by following the law, injustice does not affect us. The police, after all, are...
by Kelly Circle | Oct 10, 2019 | Uncategorized
It’s a common misconception that inmates do not have any rights while behind bars. That’s untrue. Inmates absolutely do have rights, but they vary depending on the state and holding facility. Still inmate’s rights are definitely curtailed. You lose a lot when you’re...
by Kelly Circle | Sep 19, 2019 | Uncategorized
If your best friend or a loved one is in trouble, they need your help. You may need to bail them out of a tight spot, but that comes with responsibilities you may not know. Once you sign the bail bond contract, you’re money’s on the line. Court Dates When you bail a...
by Kelly Circle | Aug 22, 2019 | Uncategorized
Whether there’s a warrant out for your arrest or you made a mistake, you’re likely wondering what happens next. It’s essential to understand the arrest process in either situation. Here are the basics. The Actual Arrest Depending on the nature of the arrest in...
by Kelly Circle | Jul 10, 2019 | Uncategorized
For most of us, our knowledge of the bail system begins and ends with daytime television. You know, the crime drama series playing during the afternoon, while everyone is at work or school. The whole system is a bit more historic and sophisticated than that, though....
by Kelly Circle | Jun 22, 2019 | Uncategorized
Every single day, someone is arrested by local law enforcement. With the majority of these arrests, it’s entirely possible to post bail and ensure a quick jail release before trial. Unfortunately, most people don’t know how the bail process works. They don’t know what...
by Kelly Circle | Apr 15, 2019 | Uncategorized
When paying bail money for a quick jail release, the money you put forth is a substantial sum. It’s the type of money that could go towards repaying your home mortgage, putting a down payment on a car, or making necessary repairs around the house. You likely want that...
by Kelly Circle | Mar 15, 2019 | Uncategorized
We all make mistakes in life. Being arrested is not the end of the world. If you are arrested for a crime you’ve committed, you have a chance to live in your home before your court dates, not in a jail cell. Most criminal cases allow the defendant to post bail; a sum...