Bail is a monetary amount a judge decides is a fair amount of money to secure your release from jail. The idea is that the amount should be high enough that it convinces you to return to court for all of your mandatory appearances. At the conclusion of your case, the money will be returned to you, whether you’re innocent or guilty of the initial charges. The problem with bail is that not everyone is in a financial position to post bail for themselves. A bail bond is the solution.  Investopedia defines a bail bond as a: “agreement co-signed by a bail bondsman, who charges the defendant a f ..read more

When you are granted bail, you have two options. The first option is to post the entire amount and bail yourself out of jail. Your second option is to contact Newport Beach Bail Bonds and inquire about getting a bail bond. There are a few compelling reasons you should consider the second option. You’ll Keep Money in Your Account Many people are shocked at how high a judge will set bail for relatively minor charges. The good news is that you’ll get the money you post back… eventually. The problem is that you won’t see that money again until the charges are either dropped, or you’re convict ..read more

Many people assume that money is the only thing connected to bail, but that’s not always the case. While it’s true that you won’t be released from jail until you have either posted your own bail or arranged for a bail bond, it’s not uncommon for a judge to add conditions to the bail. The interesting thing about the conditions judges add to bail is that these conditions don’t impede your ability to be released. Still, they impact your ability to stay out of jail and affect your overall quality of life. Conditions Connected To Your Bail Bond There are a couple of different reasons judges connect ..read more

You just learned that one of your favorite people has been arrested. You want to help them out, but you’re not sure what you can do. The first thing you should do is try to contact them. This isn’t always easy since they are in jail. If you aren’t able to reach them, you can try finding out who has been in contact with them. You can also call the jail. While they may not put you in direct contact with your person, they will be able to provide some information about how much bail is needed to get them out, assure you that your person is safe, and what type of charges have been filed against the ..read more

The days when a person had to physically meet with a bail bond representative to secure a bail bond are gone. Thanks to technology, you can apply for and be approved for a Newport Beach Bail Bonds without ever meeting a member of our team face to face. This is accomplished via online bail bond approval. If you are working to secure a bail bond for a recently arrested loved one, you must reach out to us via the Click Now Link. This instantly starts the online consultation process, leading to the actual approval process. Having some vital information on hand when you initially reach out to us dr ..read more

Don’t underestimate the importance of a good bail consultation. The consultation allows you and us to get to know one another and decide if we’re a good fit for your needs. Several things take place during a free bail bonds consultation. We Collect Your Information It doesn’t matter if you’re contacting us about yourself or if you’re inquiring about a loved one, the first thing we do is collect some personal information. The information we require includes the following: The full legal name of the person who requires the bail bond The name of the jail they’re currently being held at ..read more

Many people assume that bail is automatically granted after an arrest. These same people believe that while bail may be higher for some than for others, everyone will receive the option to be released from jail. That simply isn’t the case. The truth is that while bail is commonly granted, there are times when a judge will decide to deny bail. When this happens, the defendant has no choice but to remain in jail until the conclusion of their case. While there are a few reasons why a judge will decide to deny bail, one of the most common is the defendant’s criminal history. In most cases, a perso ..read more

There are multiple perks to traveling with a motorcycle group as opposed to riding on your own. The top two are that having people along who are as passionate about motorcycles as you makes the entire trip more enjoyable, and that traveling with a group is safer than riding solo.  If you’re planning a group motorcycle adventure this summer, here are a few things you should keep in mind. Set Up a Pre-Ride Meeting Don’t underestimate the importance of a pre-ride meeting. A week or two before the planned trip, get together, either in person or virtually, and go over the details of the trip ..read more

Wildfires are a problem in California and 2023 doesn’t look like it’s going to be an exception to the rule. While some believed that the fact that it was a bit wetter than normal this winter would mean avoiding problematic wildfires, the experts disagree, according to Accuweather, it’s highly likely that wildfires will lead to the destruction of anywhere from 400,000 to one million acres of California will burn in 2023. If the predicted wildfires do hit the state, that means homes, farms, forests, wildlife, and livestock will be lost. Some of the loss is unavoidable. However, while you might n ..read more

The Fourth of July is right around the corner. Many people are itching to start purchasing supplies to set off their firework display on their property. The question is, are you allowed to purchase and set off fireworks on your own in California? California’s state government is content to allow you to use what they consider “safe and sane” fireworks. Don’t think this gives you the right to set off fireworks whenever and wherever you choose. Setting Off Firework In California The first thing to keep in mind is that unless you have a special permit, you aren’t legally allowed to purchase any fi ..read more