The general idea of bail (the exchange of money or property for temporary release from jail while awaiting a trial) goes back centuries—to the 13th century in England, in fact. The idea at the time was to find a way to level the playing field for people accused of crimes, regardless of what class they […]
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Why Bail Bond Agents Are an Integral Part of the American Criminal Justice System
Bail is one of the privileges granted to people who have been accused of a crime. It allows an accused defendant to have some level of freedom while they await the completion of their trial. It is an important part of the criminal justice philosophy that everyone is innocent until proven guilty. While bail is […]
How a Bond Violation Occurs, and Your Legal Rights
If you have been charged with a criminal offense and had bond set in your case, you should also know that you face certain conditions of release after you’ve posted bond. Below is some information from a bail bondsman in Angleton. Reach out to Brazoria County Bail Bonds to learn more! Bond conditions Bond conditions […]
What to Do if Your Bond Is Revoked in Texas
Just because you’ve been released on bail does not mean you’re completely home free in your case. The freedom you have after posting bail does come with some restrictions and strings attached. If you violate any of the conditions of your bail, such as failing to show up for your court appearance or getting arrested […]
Things to Consider About Co-Signing a Bail Bond
If you are being asked to co-sign a bail bond, then that likely means that a close family member or friend is in legal trouble. That is a stressful situation to find yourself in, and stress can make it difficult to think things through and make logical decisions. However, it is very important that you […]