What is bail?
The amount of money / property,
determined by a judge for a defendant to
post to be released from jail until they go
to trial is called bail. This is a promise
made by the defendant in order to post
bail. The amount a judge sets for bail is
dependant on many factors. Typically
factors that have an influence on the
amount include, the type of crime
committed, how long the defendant has been
a resident in the area, the community
safety and a defendant's criminal past.
What is a bail bond?
Most times it's simple called a bond.
It serves as an obligation signed by the
accused to secure that they will show up
for a trial. This obligation means that the
accused may lose money by not properly
appearing for the trial. A Bail bond is
often referred to simply as a bond.
What is a Bail Bond Agent?
This is any person or corporation who
will act as a surety and pledge money or
property as bail for the appearance of a
criminal defendant in court. This is our
role in the court system. We pledge our
money on your behalf so you can get the
arrested out of jail! A bail bond agent in
California is required by law to be
certified by the Sate of California. We
only hire California certified
bail bondsbail bonds agents so you
can rest-assured your in good hands.
