Bail is the state’s process by which they attempt to guarantee that a person charged with a crime will appear for trial. This is achieved by asking for collateral, usually in the form of cash. When the defendant appears for and completes their pre-trial and trial procedures, bail is returned at the end of the […]
The holiday season should be a time of peace and joy for everyone, but unfortunately that’s not always how it works out. If you receive a phone call indicating you have a loved one who was arrested during the holidays, that can quickly throw a wrench in your plans and take the energy out of […]
In May 2019, the Texas House of Representatives approved a bail reform bill. Arising from incidents leading to federal court rulings, jail deaths and a state trooper’s murder, it changes the pretrial jailing practices in Texas. That affects the administration of bail bonds in Angleton, as there are new standards for setting bail. Here are […]
The bail bond industry in Texas is tightly regulated and often the last resort for accused people. Rather than pay the full bail, the bail bond requires a down payment in return for paying the remainder of the bail. This often allows the accused to be released from jail until their trial or sentencing hearing. […]
You’re out of jail on bond, and feeling a big sense of relief. Now you’re wondering what comes next. Ultimately, the restrictions placed on your day-to-day life depend primarily on the conditions of your bail bonds in Angleton. These restrictions can vary in severity based on the kind of crime you have been charged with. […]