Bail Bonds Frequently Asked Questions

What is bail?

Bail is the process by which a criminal suspect pays a specified amount of money to obtain release from police custody. However, the suspect must appear to all criminal proceedings following posting bail.

How is bail set?

Bail is based upon the seriousness of a crime, the suspect's criminal record, potential danger the suspect poses, and the suspect's ties to family, community, and employment.

What is a bail bond?

An obligation signed by the defendant by paying a small percentage to a third party to secure their release from prison with a guarantee to appear in court is a bail bond.

How can a bail bondsman help?

A bail bondsman can help pay a bail amount that is too expensive for a defendant to pay. A small charge allows the defendant to get bailed out of jail while making a guarantee that they will appear for all criminal proceedings.

What is a property bond?

A type of bond wherein the defendant agrees to handover the title to their property to a bail bondsmen should they fail to appear in court.