You may think that California is all ideal beaches, beautiful sunshine, and has nothing odd to it, but trust us. At Ventura Bail Bond Store, we know that there is plenty weird to California. Having worked in the bail bond industry for nearly 30 years, and understanding the legal processes,...
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In Case of Emergency, Call Ventura Bail Bond Store
You know how in your phone, you can set up In Case of Emergency (ICE) contacts? You have probably got Mom, Dad, and a couple close friends on there. However, if you are someone who gets into a lot of trouble, or someone very close to you faces frequent legal...
Weighing Pros And Cons Of Cash Vs. Bail Bonds
When a person is granted bail, they have two ways of paying for it: a cash bond or a bail bond. Here, we weigh both concepts: Cash Bond ● Pay whole bail amount up-front; entire amount must be paid before defendant can be released. ● There is no third party...
What To Expect When You’re Arrested And Booked
Immediately after someone is arrested, they will be booked. This booking process is to document the person’s information to have on record, creating an official arrest record. Here’s what happens: ● The defendant’s personal information will be taken, such as name, date of birth, height, weight, etc. ● The crime...
Everyone Benefits From Bail Bonds
The person who is getting bailed out of jail isn’t the only one who benefits from the bail bond. Many groups of people can benefit from the use of bail bonds, if you really think about it. ● Bail bond release lowers pre-trial jail populations at no cost to taxpayers....
How You Know If You Can Apply For A Bail Bond
Most defendants will be eligible to apply for a bail bond to get out of jail if they wish to use this route; however, not all defendants will qualify for a bail bond. You don’t need to be above or below a certain average household income. You don’t need to...
You Need To “Interview” A Bail Bond Company First
When your freedom, or that of someone you love, is literally on the line, you of course are going to want to seek out the best help you could possibly receive. You need to get out of jail and you need someone who you can trust and rely on to...
How Much Time Do I Have To Post Bail?
You may post bail anytime after your bail hearing – as long as the judge has granted bail, of course. The time it will take to pay off bail will depend on the route you choose to bail out of jail. 1. If you wish to pay your bail money...
Bail – A Lot To Understand, But Ventura Bail Bond Store Can Help
When it comes to bail and bail bonds, and the whole legal process in general, there is a lot to know and digest. It’s a pain to deal with, one you never wanted. It’s stressful and draining and takes up a lot of time. Our team at Ventura Bail Bond...