Methods for Reducing Bail in California
Hearing that your family member or friend has been arrested can be shocking. A million questions may run through your…
How a Criminal Record Impacts Bail
Paying bail after an arrest can be a soul-crushing experience. Even if you have savings, you may be looking at…
How Is Bail Set for Traffic Violations?
Traffic crimes are often dismissed as simple violations like speeding or making an illegal U-turn, but they also include very…
Does Bankruptcy Apply to Bail Debts?
You’ve just agreed to be a co-signer on your friend’s bail bond. Now, reality hits: this could impact your finances…
Keeping Safe From COVID-19 and Getting to Court on Time
Even as California moves toward reopening fully and more and more people are getting vaccinated against COVID-19, there are still…
The Consequences of Fleeing While on Bail
Given the chaos unleashed by COVID-19 on the California court system, bail jumping has become a more common occurrence. Many…
Co-signer Liability for a Bail Bond
Many defendants released on bail are required to have a co-signer – otherwise, they may have to stay in jail…
Will My Bail Be Returned?
The bail system is meant to incentivize people awaiting trial to make all court appearances and discourage them from fleeing…
The Arrest and The Steps After
Most people go through life assuming they will never be caught on the wrong side of the law. After all,…
The Dangers of Awaiting Trial in Jail
After an arrest, you will be given a bail hearing. During this hearing, the judge will decide how high or…