When you or a loved one is arrested, the quickest way to get out of jail is often to post bail. The cost of bail can be expensive, so many people choose to use a secured bond. This means that they put up some form of property as collateral in case they do not appear in court.
Once the trial is over and the fees have been paid, you may be wondering how to remove a bail bond lien on property. In this blog, we will explain what a property bond is and how you can remove the lien.
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Being accused of a crime is an incredibly stressful time for the defendant and their loved ones. If you’re dealing with criminal matters, you might be wondering – how can you afford to pay bail? And do you get any money back from a bail bondsman? To help, we answer these questions and more below.
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If a friend or loved one has been arrested by U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement, you’ll need to understand immigration bail bonds if you want to get them out of jail prior to their court appearance.
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When someone is arrested and needs to post bail, one of the first questions they have is whether or not they will get their money back.
This question can be difficult to answer, as it depends on the specific situation.
In this blog post, we will explore what happens to bail money when someone is released from jail. We will also discuss what happens if the charges are dropped against the defendant.
Continue readingNobody ever plans to be arrested or have a warrant out for their arrest, but it happens to millions of people every year. If a warrant has been issued for your arrest, there are a few things you should know in order to protect your rights and spend as little time in jail as possible. Police are allowed to arrest a person without a warrant under several special circumstances (such as the officer witnessing the crime). Otherwise, a warrant must be issued for your arrest. Knowing how to work with the system can help make the process as painless as possible.
Continue readingEvery state has stiff penalties for failure to appear when the court has required you to do so. The logic behind this is obvious – without stiff penalties, many people would interfere with their cases going forward by failing to appear. This is especially true for persons who are facing severe penalties and who are on trial for significant crimes.
Here’s a brief overview of failure to appear California laws, as they apply today.
California Penal Codes 853.7 and 853.8 both cover the failure to appear, by setting the minimum charges. If you fail to appear for a registered court date, you are guilty of a misdemeanor. As your court is already in session and your guilt or innocence is physically apparent to the presiding judge, you will not have a trial to determine your guilt – the judge simply declares you guilty of this crime by virtue of the fact that he does not see you at the scheduled hearing.
The judge will now issue a bench warrant (so-called because it is issued from the bench) for your arrest. This gives the police the right to arrest you if they can find you, and detain you until your next hearing – even if that hearing is weeks or months away. California law 853.7 PC also enables the court to assess a penalty of no less than $15 to cover any expenses and inconvenience you have caused by creating this delay.
If you receive a failure to appear without just cause (which was a condition of your bail), then your bail may very well be revoked. This means that the court may opt to keep any money you have posted for bail, in addition to issuing the warrant for your arrest.
If you have used a bail agency, then they may hire a bounty hunter to have you brought in order to protect their surety bond. If you are allowed back out on bail, the face amount may be increased to encourage your appearance in the future.
Failure to appear is a serious crime in the eye of the courts and so it generally has severe effects in the future. It is a mark on your criminal record, and while it is only a misdemeanor, it usually guarantees a brief jail sentence in the local house of corrections. Going forward, you will have more difficulty getting bail, and the bail amounts will be higher and more difficult to post. You may also have bail denied when it might otherwise have been granted.
Your best option then is to appear, despite the potential dangers you may face at a hearing or trial. If you do fail to appear, the court is generally only willing to set aside this new charge if you can prove that there was something that was physically keeping you from appearing. In general, the only two excuses that are accepted are that you are imprisoned for another crime or that you are undergoing emergency medical treatment.
Outside of those exceptions, you are expected to file a “continuance,” prior to your time to appear. This is a legal notice to the court stating that you cannot appear, explaining why, and giving them forewarning. If you have a lawyer, contacting him or her at least 24 hours before your court date should be enough for them to file a continuance on your behalf.
Failing to appear in court opens you and your loved ones up to increased legal scrutiny, and can impact your ability to be granted and post bail in the future. If you have more questions about failure to appear in court laws in California, contact Bail Hotline Bail Bonds today.
Almost everyone in California should know that possessing drugs is a serious offense that can result in severe consequences. What many people may not know, however, is that simply possessing the items used in the consumption of certain drugs can be a criminal offense. This crime is known as possession of drug paraphernalia, and if convicted, an individual may end up with a punishment that many view as excessive.
Continue readingGetting arrested starts an entire series of hardships and consequences that a person must face. People are often left sitting in jail wondering when they can see a judge so that they can learn their bail amount – but this is not always necessary. Regardless of the situation, there are standards in the legal systems of most states and localities that dictate how long a person will be in jail before seeing a judge. People who are being held on federal charges actually have a law on their side stating when their arraignment must take place. There are circumstances when a person can get out of jail before seeing a judge, but people usually can’t take advantage of these legal nuances if they do not know of them.
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Riverside, CA—The California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce (CHCC), the premier organization promoting the development of Hispanic entrepreneurs and emerging Hispanic businesses in California, hosted the 2016 Annual Convention in Riverside, CA, September 21st to 23rd at the Riverside Convention Center.
Marco McGuire and his business the Bali Hotline Bail Bonds was recognized as “Business of the Year” at the annual event.
The theme of this 3 day event was “Innovation Starts Here”. The conference focused on new innovations that spark the success and creativity of entrepreneurs in California, the technologies that are transforming industries, and honoring and recognizing Hispanic business leaders who are changing the business landscape in California.
“It is a great honor to be recognized for all of the hard work that goes into building a business. I share this award with my family and the 340 employees that come to work every day to make a difference,” remarked Marco McGuire as he accepted the award. “Real success is achieved when you work to a position from which you can help others. That is what I work for every day.”
For more information about the 37th annual convention visit: www.chccconvention.com
The California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce (CHCC) has a network of over 45 Hispanic chambers and business associations throughout the State of California. Through its network of Hispanic chambers and business associations, the CHCC represents the interest of over 800,000 Hispanic business owners in California. The CHCC is the premier and largest regional ethnic business organization in the nation that promotes the economic growth and development of Hispanic entrepreneurs and California’s Emerging Businesses.
Marco McGuire and his brothers Daniel, Cesar, and Gilbert McGuire own Bail Hotline Bail Bonds, Phoenix Rising Recovery Center, ProAbiton Whiskey Lounge, and The Boardwalk Barber Shop.
Co-workers from across the state participated in sales training and teambuilding exercises that cumulate in several teams building the bikes for kids in need.
Riverside, CA Miracle on Main Street, an annual toy drive and health fair in Downtown Riverside, will receive about 35 bicycles from Bail Hotline Bail Bonds. “Each year our event helps more and more kids, this year we hope to give away 1000 toys for kids in need. These bikes will sure put smiles on a lot of kids’ faces!” explained Michael Lopez, one of the events founders.
Bail Hotline Bail Bonds combined sales training with the bicycle giveaway. “After an intensive sales workshop, our bail agents form teams, build the bikes and role play a sales scenario demonstrating the training they just learned. It is a great team building exercise, and the bikes are used for a great cause,” remarked Marco McGuire, VP of Bail Hotline.
About Miracle on Main Street Riverside:
A miracle is returning to Riverside’s Main Street on December 13, 2015! For the third year in a row, downtown Riverside businesses are spearheading the Miracle on Main Street: Toy Drive and Health Fair to spread holiday cheer and provide much needed resources to local families in need.
Last year’s event provided toys, health screenings, and a day of fun to nearly 800 families. This year, thanks to new partnerships with Riverside Downtown Partnership (RDP), the event is poised to reach nearly 1,000 local children.
All donations made to the event are tax-deductible. Donations can be made to Riverside Community Health Foundation Tax ID Number: 23-7276444
ABOUT BAIL HOTLINE BAIL BONDS
Bail Hotline Bail bonds is the fastest growing bail bonds company in California, with 32 offices across the state in cities like Riverside, Bakersfield and more, and a staff of more than 300 employees. The company offers a number of free resources for families seeking to get their loved ones released from jail, including an Inmate Information Hotline and a Bail Information Center. The company is committed to offering help and integrity to families during their time of need.
