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5 Ways to Post Bail for Arson

April 19, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

We get it. No one wants to get that phone call. Firefighters don't just put out flames and leave. In the event of a fire, fire investigators are trained to determine whether the cause was natural or intentional. If a fire is determined to have ...

Everything You Need to Know About Bail for Domestic Violence

April 15, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

A domestic violence arrest can destroy your life. Actual abuse is rampant in modern relationships, but so are false allegations. It's important that you protect yourself if you're ever accused. Securing bail for domestic violence offenders can be ...

Got Caught For Vandalism? Next Steps

April 11, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Getting caught vandalizing personal or even public property can have serious offenses. What may seem like an innocent act can land you in jail. But it's all based on intent. If you didn't mean to knock over the neighbor's mailbox on purpose, you ...

How Bail Bonds Work for Burglary

April 7, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Have you or a loved one been and arrested and charged with burglary? If so, you need to know everything about how bail bonds for burglary work, and how they differ between first and second-degree charges. In this article, we'll cover everything you ...

The Ultimate Guide to How Bail Bonds Work

April 6, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

You may have heard that the United States has one of the highest populations of incarcerated people in the world. But did you know that many of those individuals are imprisoned because they cannot afford their bail? It's true. Estimates indicated that ...

Can Family and Friends Post Your Bail?

April 3, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

So, you had a rough night and ended up in jail. After regaining your bearings and figuring out what went wrong, you realize that you're stuck. Because you're in jail, it means that your charges were greater than a typical speeding ticket, but that ...

Arrested: Should You Post Bail?

April 2, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Getting arrested can be scary and stressful, especially once you realize you're stuck in jail. The good news is that most offenders are able to get out of jail when they post bail via cash or with a bail bond. But how do you know if you should be ...

What are the Advantage of Using a Bonding Company to Pay Bail?

March 29, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Have you ever pondered the pros and cons of bail bonds? Whether it's you or someone you know who could use one, the term can be confusing. In laymen's terms, a bail bond is a set dollar amount that when paid, allows you to go free until your court ...

Domestic Violence Arrest? Here’s What to Do Next

March 25, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Since 2006, 39 percent of reported domestic violence cases have led to arrests or charges. Though people living together have disagreements, some of these spiral into potential crimes. If you are in such a situation, you need to know what a domestic ...

Will I Have to Pay Bail for a DUI?

March 21, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

If you've just been hit with a driving under the influence (DUI) arrest, you're likely overwhelmed and more than a little anxious--and for good reason. The next few moments could go one of a few ways depending on your situation. One of the questions ...