Amistad Bail Bonds’ Blog | Tips & Information on Bail Bonds

How Exactly Are Bail Amounts Set?

September 6, 2019 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Bail bond. Corruption. Gavel, handcuffs and money. When high profile cases occur, judges have to consider all the facts and evidence of whether or not someone has the profile to be a flight risk. The average person accused of a crime might be able to ...

How to Find the Best Bail Bond Service in North Carolina

September 6, 2019 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Get Out of Jail words on a board game and player piece moving to illustrate escaping from prisoner after arrest and court Making an illegal mistake can have serious consequences. If you're in legal trouble, you'll do everything you can to avoid doing ...

What Happens if You Can’t Post Bail?

July 22, 2019 by Amistad Bail Bonds

If you've been arrested in North Carolina or Virginia and can't find a way to post bail, you've come to the right place. The trauma of a situation like this can't be understated. Of course, the first thing you'll want to do when you're placed in jail ...

Bail Bonds in Virginia: Everything You Need to Know

July 8, 2019 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Being put behind bars, even for a short period of time, has the possibility of derailing your life for many years. While incarcerated, family, work and other obligations fall out of your ability to control. That's why so many individuals who face ...

Bail Bond Scams? Don’t Fall For Them

March 15, 2019 by Amistad Bail Bonds

Being granted the option to post bail in North Carolina after being arrested for a crime is a great opportunity for a defendant. Once temporarily out of jail, they can talk freely with their lawyer and work on their defense. Not everyone can afford to ...

Free…But Not Really: What You Can and Can’t Do While Out on Bail in North Carolina

November 28, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

While you may be half as likely to get arrested as you were a decade ago, if an arrest does happen it can be a nerve-wracking and scary experience. It's important to know how does bail money work in the event that you may need it. The more ...

Bail for Beginners: 9 Frequently Asked Questions about Bail Bonds in Charlotte, NC

November 14, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

What is a bail bond? What do I need to do after I pay my bail? What do I need to do if I get a bail bond loan? What happens if I can't post bail? All these questions are pretty common after you or one of your loved ones has been arrested. In this ...

Can You Refuse a Breathalyzer Test? How it Holds Up in Court

October 12, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

People who consistently drive while drunk usually have a laundry list of excuses they would pull out if they ever got pulled over. They might say that you can dispute the reason for being pulled over, use a tactic to distract the police officer from your ...

What to Know About Bail Bonds Payment Plans

September 25, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

There is an average of over 12 million arrests made in the United States each year. Finding yourself under arrest can be terrifying. Once in jail, the first thing on anyone's mind is to get out. But the pathways to freedom and redemption can be daunting ...

Your Guide to the DUI Bail Bond

September 11, 2018 by Amistad Bail Bonds

As nearly one-third of all drunk drivers are repeat offenders, costs can start racking up fast for people who are arrested for a DUI. Without an understanding of how to post a DUI bail bond and an urgency to get out, it's easy to make a mistake with who ...