How Much Will a DUI Really Cost You?

May 28, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Did you know that getting a DUI involves much more than just spending a night in jail and losing your driver's license? It's true- DUI consequences can ruin your life, even if you weren't involved in a motor vehicle accident. A single DUI conviction can ...

What Happens if You Don’t Show Up to Court?

May 22, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Every year in the US, more than 20% of people facing charges fail to appear in court.If you are out on bail you may experience overwhelming feelings of anxiety as your court date draws nearer. You may be feeling the same way if you have posted bail ...

What Do You Need to do to Become a Bail Bondsman?

May 18, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

For the last couple of years, one of the ways to get out of jail has been to hire a bail bondsman. It is a great service for those who are locked up and don't have a fast solution for posting bail. To become one, you'll need to complete the training, ...

What Can You Do if You Think You’re the Victim of an Unlawful Arrest

May 14, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

New York City paid nearly $600,000 to settle a false arrest lawsuit. The Occupy Wall Street protestors were arrested while on the sidewalk on New Years Day 2012. The complaint stated that the protestors had been ordered to disperse but were not allowed to ...

How do Bail Bonds Work and Who Needs Them?

May 10, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

In trouble with the law?The most recent figures from the FBI show that there are over 10.5 million arrests made every year.If you or someone you care about is in this position, you need to think about the options available for release. The best ...

Arrested for Public Intoxication? Here’s What to Do Next

May 6, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

With alcohol and drugs involved in nearly 80% of all crimes people are arrested for, public intoxication laws use those numbers as a reason to arrest people. While the correlation isn't irrelevant, it's given more value than it may deserve. Many of the ...

Are There Different Types of Drug Possession Charges?

May 2, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

In 2016, there were 1,500,000 arrests for drug crimes. 85% of those were drug possession charges.With those numbers, it's not uncommon for people to find themselves in jail with possession charges. Courts and criminal charges can be pretty ...

How to Get a Restraining Order

May 1, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Getting a restraining order is usually a last choice option for people who feel they have nowhere else to turn.It may sound extreme, but it is actually a pretty straightforward process and is common.The goal here is to get a restraining order ...

How to Get a Motion to Reduce Bail

April 28, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Have you or a loved one been saddled with unreasonably high bail? Want to know how to get a motion to reduce bail so you can reduce your financial burden?In this article, we'll tell you everything you need to know about bail reduction, from how to get ...

Sex Crime Arrest? 3 Tips for Moving Forward

April 27, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Getting charged with a sex crime can turn your life upside down but you don't have to go it alone. Over than 400,000 cases of rape or sexual assault were reported in 2012 alone. Here's what to expect after you've been arrested for an unexpected ...

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