You\u2019ve seen TV shows and movies depicting the arrest, booking, and bail process. We all think we know how it works, but how well you actually understand the process? Odds are, not very well. Hollywood\u2019s depiction of the bail bond system is not usually very realistic, so it\u2019s not a good example on which to base your entire outlook of the industry. As bail agents, we take our work very seriously. We are here to help people when they need it most \u2013 during the confusing, complicated, frustrating, scary time after an arrest. Most people don\u2019t deal with the criminal justice system on a daily basis \u2013 we do. In today\u2019s blog post, we\u2019re going to look at how\u00a0Cumberland County bail bonds\u00a0work in Pennsylvania, and why they\u2019re the best way to get help for a loved one who is incarcerated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When a person is arrested, their bail is set (either by a judge or according to schedule). Often, this bail amount can be extremely high. Even worse, when bail is paid outright, it must be in full, and in cash. Most people don\u2019t have that kind of money lying around, which means posting bail can be tough. There are other ways to pay, including using property as collateral, or (the extremely rare) release on own recognizance. This leaves bail bonds as the best option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bail bonds are the best choice for getting someone out of jail for two reasons: 1), You\u2019ll pay less money, and 2), you\u2019ll have an expert to answer your questions. Bail agents charge a fee for their service of providing a bail bond. Usually it is from 10-15% of the full bail amount, which is much more affordable. And, when you work with a bail bondsman, you\u2019ll have an expert on-hand to answer your many questions and give you advice and guidance regarding the release of your friend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bail bonds are a financial promise to the court that the full bail amount will be paid should the defendant fail to appear for all court dates and appearances. A specialized insurance company (called a surety company) backs the bail agent, who will be held responsible if the defendant skips bail. This is why bail agent\u2019s often require collateral when you obtain a bail bond. This collateral can be sold to pay the full bail amounts should the defendant jump bail. When you wish to obtain a bail bond, call us with the name, birth date, booking number, and location of the person you are trying to bail out. You\u2019ll need to pay the fee, co-sign the bail bond, and then sit back and wait \u2013 we\u2019ll go to the jail for you and your friend will be released!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If someone you care about is sitting in jail awaiting trial, call A+ Bail Bonds today. We work hard to get people released so they can focus on their case in comfort. We can answer your questions and be there for you during this difficult time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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