What is a Bail Bonds?

When a person is arrested, they are taken into custody and held in jail until their trial. However, in most cases, the court will allow the person to be released from custody if they can provide a certain amount of money as a guarantee that they will return to all of their court dates and also to appear in court for their trial (if the case goes to trial). This money is known as bail.

Bail amounts especially in California, can sometimes be a significant amount of money. Most people including my self would not be able to pay that. This is where a “Bail bonds” comes in. Bail Bonds are a type of surety bond that allows a defendant to be released from jail while awaiting trial. This type of bond is an agreement between the defendant, a bail bond agent, and the court. The defendant pays a percentage of the total bail amount (in California typically it is 10%) to the bail bond company, who in turn guarantees the defendant will go to all their court dates or risks being “liable” to pay the full bail amount to the court if the defendant is not found with in 1 year of the bond forfeiture date. If the defendant fails to appear in court, the bail bond agent is responsible for returning the defendant back to court. The defendant is ultimately liable for the full bail amount if he is not found and brought to court. If not found the bail bond company pays the full bail amount to the court.

FOCUS POINTS

• We will summarize the main points covered in the article and emphasize the importance of understanding the bail bond process and options available.
• A defendant who cannot afford to pay the full amount of bail set by the court may post a bail bond, which is cosigned by a bail bondsman.
• The bail bond guarantees the defendant will show up for trial.
• When deciding bail, judges often have considerable leeway.
• For their services, bail bond agents typically request 10% of the total bail amount up front, plus any applicable fees. An 8% limit has been imposed by some states.
• Most people agree that the bail system is biased against people with lower incomes, and that this helps explain why so many young Black men are in prison.

How do Bail Bonds Work?

How bail bonds work is simple. Everyone knows what a bail bond is for. But very few know what it is, how a bail bond actually works, or what it is. I will explain what a bail bond is a bit later. What it is is simple. To obtain a bail bond in California, a defendant must first be granted bail by a judge if the case and charges are serious or violent; otherwise, the defendant can simply go off of the county bail schedule based on the predefined Penal Code. Every penal code has a set bail amount in the “Bail Schedule Book.” Once bail is set, the defendant or their representative can contact a bail bond agent. The bail bondsman will typically require the defendant, friends, or family to pay or to provide collateral and a co-signer in order to secure the bond. Once the bond is secured, the bail agent will pay the full bail amount to the court, and the defendant will be released from jail shortly after it is paid.

The defendant must then meet certain conditions set forth by the court and bail bond company, such as attending all court hearings and not committing any further crimes. If the defendant fails to meet these conditions, the bail bond may be revoked, and the defendant may be returned back to jail. Additionally, if the defendant fails to appear in court or violates any of the “Conditions of Bail,” set by both the judge and the bail bondsman, The bail bond agent may hire a bounty hunter to locate and apprehend the defendant. This is why it is important for the defendant to comply with all of the conditions of their bail and appear in court as scheduled. 

If the defendant appears in court as scheduled, the bail bond will be exonerated (dissolved), and if there is collateral, it will be returned ONLY to the person who provided it and signed over the collateral. The bail bond agent will keep the premium paid by the defendant or their family for paying the bail amount in the form of a bond and posting service.

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Why Use a Bail Bond?

Bail bonds are commonly used when a defendant cannot afford to pay the full bail amount. Bail can be expensive, and in some cases, the amount may be set so high that it is impossible for the defendant or their family to pay. By using a bail bond, the defendant can secure their release from jail without having to pay the full bail amount upfront.

Cano Bail Bonds: How We Can Help

Navigating the bail bond process can be overwhelming, especially if you are unfamiliar with the legal system. That’s where Cano Bail Bonds comes in. We are a team of experienced bails bonds agent who are committed to helping our clients through every step of the bail process.

In Conclusion

Bail bonds can be a very helpful resource for those who are facing criminal charges and can not afford to pay the full bail on their own. By using a bail bond, defendants can secure their release from jail without having to pay the full bail amount upfront. If you or someone you know needs help navigating the bail bond process, contact Cano Bail Bonds today. Our experienced team of bail bond agents is here to help you.

At Cano Bail Bonds, we understand that being arrested can be a stressful and confusing experience. That’s why we are here to answer any questions you may have and help guide you through the bail bond process. Call us or visit on on line @ www.CanoBailBonds.com

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 California Department of Insurance https://www.insurance.ca.gov/01-consumers/170-bail-bonds/