What is a Bail Bond and Why Do You Need One?
When you are arrested in California. you are taken to jail and have to await your trial. If you want to go home until your trial date you need to get bailed out by a bail bondsman. If you decide not to do it you will spend that time in jail.
How Much Does a Bail Bond Cost?
The bail bond typically costs around 10% of the total bail amount so you need not worry that someone will charge you outrageous rates. since it's illegal for bail bondsmen to charge more than 10% of the bail amount.
What Are The Different Types of Bonds Available?
Here are some types of bail bonds that are available.
Surety bond, Cash bail, Personal recognizance, Federal bonds, Immigration bond, Citation release, Bail bondsmen, Unsecured
Recognizance release
What is A Cash Bail?
Cash bail is the cash amount that you pay to your bail bondsman to get you out of jail. this amount is 10% of the total bail amount
What Happens After the Bond Has Been Posted?
Once the amount is paid the bail bondsman will go in front of the judge and will post your bail. Once it's posted you are free to go home on the promise that you will appear in court on the due date.
Is The Premium Refunded After The Case is Ended?
No, That amount is paid as a service fee for the work and the risk that is taken by the bail bondsman. They provide a crucial service to those in need in California.