Bail is a monetary amount a judge decides is a fair amount of money to secure your release from jail. The idea is that the amount should be high enough that it convinces you to return to court for all of your mandatory appearances. At the conclusion of your case, the money will be returned […]
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What Type of Travel Restrictions Are Connected to Bail
When you go to an arraignment, one of the things that’s discussed is bail. Not only does the judge determine if you’ll be granted bail, but they also decide how high the bail is and what restrictions will be connected to the bail. Surprisingly, many people find that the restrictions are more challenging than raising […]
Your Loved One Needs Bail, How Can You Help?
You just learned that one of your favorite people has been arrested and needs bail. You want to help them out, but you’re not sure what you can do. The first thing you should do is try to contact them. This isn’t always easy since they are in jail. If you aren’t able to reach […]
Common Bail Conditions
Conditions of bail may impact your bail bond. Many people assume that money is the only thing connected to bail, but that’s not always the case. While it’s true that you won’t be released from jail until you have either posted your own bail or arranged for a bail bond, it’s not uncommon for a […]
Is it Hard to Find a Bail Bonds Company?
A bail bonds company is a business that exists to provide the funds needed to get you bailed out of jail. The average bail bonds company charges a fee of 12% of the bail bond. Since many people wouldn’t be able to post their bail, a bail bond company is often the only way they […]
What to Tell Your Employer When You’re Arrested?
One of the first things you must consider when dealing with an employer and an arrest issue is that Louisiana is an at-will-employment state. This means employers have the right to terminate an employee’s employment status for any reason, including getting arrested. The state’s at-will employment status also means that the employer can terminate the […]
Tips for Finding a Safe Rental Property
While there are many perks connected to living in Louisiana, the ability to easily find rental properties isn’t one of them. While it’s possible that there are some areas in Louisiana where safe and affordable rental properties are available, those locations are very rare. Difficulty finding rental properties is an issue that plagues nearly all […]
Tips to Help You Prepare for Your Bail Arraignment
The arraignment is an important part of the bail process. It’s when a judge will decide whether you’ll be granted bail, how much the bail will be, and what restrictions are connected to your bail. Here are some important tips that will help you prepare for your bail arraignment. You Don’t Have to Wait for […]
Can My Employer Bail Me Out of Jail?
Every once in a while, we’ll get a call from someone who is interested in a bail bond. As we get to know one another, the person will mention that when they contacted their employer and explained why they’d be missing a shift, their employer offered to post the bail, but our potential client told […]
Dangerous Employment Scams You Need to Be Aware Of
Everyone talks about phone scams, dating scams, and internet scams. Somehow, employment scams slide under the radar. Employment scams are interesting because few people see them coming. What’s the Point of an Employment Scam There are three main reasons that employment scams exist. Making Fast Money Some people will launch an employment scam because they […]