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What to Know Before Cosigning a Bail Bond in North Carolina

August 15, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

As of August 2018, there were over 133,000 people in the correctional system in North Carolina. Chances are that many of them are waiting for bail or are hoping to post bail so that they can get out of jail as quickly as possible while they wait for ...

8 Reasons Why Your Loved One Might Be Denied Bail

August 1, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Was your loved one recently arrested? If so, there's a good chance that they can post bail and avoid spending time behind bars prior to a conviction. However, there are some instances in which people are denied bail after getting arrested. If your ...

How Do Judges Determine the Price of Bail?

July 18, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

If you or someone you love is dealing with the process of bail, you likely have a lot of things going on at once. You have a lot of questions about this process and aren't sure where to turn. The last thing you want to do is worry about whether or not ...

What is the Difference Between Sexual Assault vs Rape

July 3, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

With the #Metoo and Times Up movements in full swing, it's time to educate ourselves. We as a society need to make some big changes in how we regard and treat one another. Especially when it comes to rape, molestation, sexual assault, and sexual ...

Learn About the Marijuana Possession Laws in North Carolina

June 24, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

As recreational marijuana use has become more accepted in common culture, many states have begun the process of legalization. Is North Carolina one of them? Read below to learn about the marijuana possession laws in North Carolina. In North Carolina, ...

5 Rights You Didn’t Know You had as a Defendant in Court

June 20, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

The rule of law exists to protect us all, including those accused of committing a crime. And it's those protections under the law that allow for the right to a fair trial, and the right to remain silent. But what about some of the other defendants' ...

How do Bail Bonds Work for Rape Charges

June 19, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

The cold handcuffs clench your wrists as you are taken to a police car. You feel dazed and in disbelief that you are being arrested for rape. Unfortunately, your worst nightmare is currently your reality. If you've been charged with rape, then you may ...

Know Your Rights: Can Police Search Your Car Without Consent?

June 16, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

It's common knowledge that the police require a warrant in order to search your property. But can police search your car without consent? If you're stopped by the police in a traffic stop, what are your rights? Can a cop search your car without a ...

What are the Consequences of Getting Your Third DUI in North Carolina?

June 12, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Getting a DUI for the third time in North Carolina is serious business. Here are some of the DUI consequences you can expect in this situation. North Carolina is tough on third-time DUI offenders. It's going to take a lot of time and money to fix the ...

5 Rights You Have When Pulled Over By Police

June 8, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Uh-oh! There they are -- those red and blue flashing lights in your rearview mirror. You're about to be pulled over by police. You want the whole thing to be over with yesterday; the cop probably does too. How can you speed it along? First, have a ...