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Bail Can Be Set Very High The price of the bail depends fully on the crime, so bail bonds are helpful in cases where the price is very high considering AA Bail Bonds only requires about 10% or less of the full bail amount. If, however, the defendant has the funds to pay for the…

  When there is a traffic offense, it typically includes all traffic violations other than DWIs. Depending on how severe the incident is and typically when there is damage to property or person, it can be classified under felony or misdemeanor. See our Helpful Links page for other helpful information about bail bonds.   Traffic Fines…

Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) mean a person was driving while under the influence of a mind-altering substance such as liquor, drugs, or controlled substances. This offense requires the person to be arrested and remain in jail until charges and bail terms are fully determined. Dallas bail bonds can immediately…

A misdemeanor is a crime that does not carry as much weight as felony, but can include a sentences that may be eligible for bail. These lesser kinds of crimes include acts like reckless driving, simple assault, public intoxication, vandalism, and so on. Because misdemeanors are understood to be less dangerous, bail prices and fines…

Bail Bond Reform in Texas Last Thanksgiving, a forty-one-year-old highway patrol trooper, Damon Allen, was shot and killed during a traffic stop. The incident occurred in Fairfield and the suspect, Dabrett Black was released on a fifteen thousand dollars bail. What was astonishing was that the suspect was given such a low bail amount considering…

What is a Felony Crime? A felony is a crime that carries weighty consequences. The charges may look different based on the case, but there is a minimum of 366 day imprisonment. Felonies are very serious and when someone is accused of such an offense, it can disrupt the lives of the accused and their…

If you’re new to the bail bond process, it can be confusing. Alongside the stress of being in jail or posting a bond for someone you care about, the legal terminology is new to most people. To help you through this challenge, here are a few handy bail bond–related terms you should know. Types of…

Whether you have a warrant out for your arrest or are concerned about the potential arrest of a loved one, take a moment to understand what happens after an arrest in Texas. A fairly standard series of events will follow an arrest. The details for each step may vary slightly based on the crime and…

After a defendant posts bond, the legal process is far from over. The defendant still needs to appear at any scheduled court dates. Some individuals make the unfortunate decision to skip bail. Skipping or jumping bail means that the defendant does not show up in court and does not contact anyone regarding the absence. The…

If someone you know just got arrested and called you to bail him or her out, you will need to wait until the judge sets the bail amount for the person. Judges typically set bail amounts rather quickly after a person gets arrested, and they use a variety of factors when determining the amount to…