Did you know that the bail bond industry is worth a staggering two billion dollars each year? This is due to the fact that since 1970 the number of people incarcerated has grown by 700 percent! In fact, 99 percent...
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Bail bonds. They are something that you do not want to think about needing, but bail bonds services can help save people accused of a crime from spending any unnecessary time in jail. However, setting this up is not always...
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Have you or a family member recently been detained by ICE? Are you unsure of what to do next? There are many laws that guide you and your family member's immigration arrest, meaning that there are rules that allow undocumented...
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According to the Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, bail is required to not be excessive. While this may increase your chances of getting out of jail, there are circumstances when judges can deny bail. Many factors will go into...
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In court, the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty. However, the criminal court judge needs to ensure that the accused will participate in all mandatory court appearances, so they use bail as an incentive. The judge is the one...
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As of October 2021, reports showed that there are around 22,129 immigrants held at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers. This only goes to show how prevalent immigration detention is in the United States. When an undocumented immigrant is...
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Political experts claim that over 450,000 Americans are in jail not because they have been convicted but because they cannot afford to pay bail. If you find yourself in a similar situation, you can secure a bail bond instead of...
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Although someone is arrested every three seconds across the US, many people think that it isn't something that can happen to them or someone they know. However, the reality is that an arrest can touch the lives of anyone regardless...
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Recently, the Department of Homeland said it would no longer deport people just for being undocumented. Instead, new guidelines direct immigration and customs enforcement (ICE) officers to arrest and deport immigrants who threaten national and border security. This means if you're an...
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You never thought it would happen to you until it does. You find yourself in handcuffs in the back of a police cruiser for a DUI or DWI. Driving under the influence (DUI) is one of the most frequent driving...
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North Carolina has the 21st lowest incarceration rate in the United States with 35,697 individuals currently in state prisons. If you or your loved one are part of this statistic, the best way to get out of jail as soon...
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If you have a loved one detained for immigration reasons, knowing immigration bonds and how they work can help you keep them out of ICE custody. There are two main types of immigration bonds: delivery bonds and voluntary departure bonds....
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The voluntary departure bond is one of the requirements for an alien to be granted voluntary departure from the United States. According to US Code 1229c, voluntary departure is when an immigration judge permits an alien to depart the United States by...
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Charged with a DUI in North Carolina? Is this your first time? Then you are at the right place. The consequences of a DUI conviction extend beyond the arrest date. North Carolina’s DWI law prohibits motorists from driving while intoxicated...
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Everyone has heard the horror stories about families separated by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. It can be a scary thought, and you might not be sure exactly what to do to protect yourself from that. The first thing you should...
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If the first thing on your mind when your loved one or friend calls you from jail, letting you that they need help, is, "How are we going to afford to get them out?", then you need to check out...
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Did you know that if you are arrested for domestic violence, you will likely spend a night or two in jail? Even if you don't get convicted, you will spend time in jail after your arrest while waiting to see...
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Breaking the law in North Carolina can lead to an arrest resulting in jail time. If it is serious enough, you may need to post bail to get released from police custody to come home and prepare for your court...
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Did you know that around 1.4 million incidents of alcohol-related violence are committed against strangers every year? Engaging in binge drinking or prolong drinking increases the chances of committing violent offenses. This is just one reason why public intoxication laws...
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If you or a loved one have been detained by ICE, you know it can be a scary and confusing experience. Knowing your rights when dealing with an ICE agent is important, but unfortunately, that's not always enough. Sometimes, a person...
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Immigration to the United States is a complex process with many procedures that immigrants must follow. Immigrants who don’t follow these procedures could find themselves in custody and facing detention hearings to decide if they are a threat to national...
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Waiting for updates on a pending immigration application or case can make an already uncertain situation feel even more stressful. If it seems like your case is stuck in the system, keep in mind that in general, the immigration process...
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Did you know that there are more than 200 immigrant prisons and jails in the United States? No wonder that loved ones are finding themselves in a situation where they have to bail their relatives or friends out on bond. You...
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According to recently gathered court data, roughly 30% of those arrested and detained by The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement are fortunate enough to be granted bail at a custody hearing. While this number may not immediately impressive on the surface,...
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Intimate partner violence alone affects more than 12 million people every year. Many people believe that domestic violence is limited to only physical abuse, but that isn't the case. There are several types of domestic violence that you should be...
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You may never think that you'll get arrested, but there is a significant portion of Americans who have had encounters with law enforcement. While we are a free country, there are still so many vague laws that can affect everyday...
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The beautiful state of Virginia is shaped by the Chesapeake Bay to the east and the Blue Ridge Mountains to the west. The tenth state to become a part of the United States, Virginia has a rich and fascinating history,...
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