Cash Bail - What Is It?

One of the first decisions to be made when a person is taken into custody is whether or not they should be released on bail. The accused will be released from custody if they can afford bail while the case goes through the courts. What is bail and how does it work?

We will be discussing cash bail and how it can help defendants appear in court.

What is a Cash Bill?

Cash bail is money an arrested person must pay to be released from prison while they wait for their court date. Cash bail is used to guarantee that the accused will appear in court.

How does Cash Bail work?

A person will be arrested and taken to the police station. The arresting officer will decide if the person should be kept in custody or released on bail.

The officer will recommend to the judge a large bail amount if they believe the arrestee is dangerous or a flight risk. The officer may recommend that the arrestee be released on their own recognizance if they are not considered a flight risk or a danger to society.

After the bail amount has been set, the arrested person can post bail to be released from custody. You can either pay the entire amount in cash, or use a bail bond company to do so.

A bail bond company can be contacted if the arrestedee doesn't have the funds to post bail. The bail bond company will post bail for them. The bail bond company will then post the bail on their behalf.

After the bail has been posted, the arrested person will be released and given a court date. Failure to appear in court will result in the bail being forfeited and an arrest warrant issued.

FAQ:

Q: If I don't have enough money to pay bail, do I need to use a bail bond agency?

A: No. You can always reach out to a friend or family member for bail posting assistance.

Q: How can I tell if the bail bonds company is reliable?

A: Check with your local Chamber of Commerce or the Better Business Bureau. Referrals can be obtained from family and friends who have used bail bond companies in the past.

Q: What happens to me if my court date is missed?

A: Failure to appear in court will result in bail being forfeited and an arrest warrant issued.

Q: If I don't show up on my court date, will I be able to get my money back?

A: No. The bail bond company will retain the premium, which is usually around ten per cent of the bail amount.

Q: What happens to me if I cannot pay the bail bond company's money?

A: The bail agent can come after you and cosigners if you are unable to pay. This is known as "bail enforcement" and "bounty hunting". A bounty hunter may be hired by bail agents to locate you.

Conclusion:

Let us conclude by saying, if you're arrested, don't despair. We at 24 Hour Bail Bonds have many options for you. We will work closely with you to develop a payment plan that meets your needs. We will also do our best to get you out as soon as possible.