Arcadia Bail Bonds FAQs:
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What is a bail bond?
A bail bond is a legal contract between a licensed bail bond agent who has the financial backing of an insurance company.
In the case of the defendant failing to fulfill his part in appearing to all court appearances the The bail bond company becomes responsible for the full amount of the bail.
02
How much is the cost of a bail bonds in Arcadia?
10% of the bail amount is what the state of California requires to be charged for bail bonds. There are never extra fees or taxes charges for bail bonds.
As an example, if the bail amount is 30,000 then the bail fee will be 3,000, a bail company can not charge more or less than 10% by California Law.
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How is the bail amount set?
The Bail Amount is dependent on public safety. The severity of the crime then will determine the cash amount of the bail. If besides the crime there were other extenuating issues then these will be included in the bail amount. Example, If you are arrested for a DUI this might include a larger bail amount if there was injury due to an accident or loss of life.
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What is a felony?
A felony is a crime often classified as a very serious offense. Usually if a person is found guilty of a felony it may result in incarceration for at least one year. The time served is usually in a prison not a county jail. Fines may also be imposed. Some examples of crimes considered felonies are homicide, rape, burglary and arson.
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What is a misdemeanor?
A misdemeanor is a less serious crime with smaller fines and usually with less than obe year of jail time. Time is usually served in a jail correctional facility instead of a prison. Some common misdemeanors crimes are petty theft, trespassing, public intoxication and vandalism. Some misdemeanor crimes can be elevated to a felony depending on the circumstances.
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How to pay for a bail bond for Arcadia jail?
Here, at Sunrise Bail Bonds Arcadia, we accept cash or Checks, Major Credit cards like Mastercard, visa, American Express or Discover. We know it difficult to sometimes get large amounts of money in an emergency. So we try to make different payment options available to our clients.Most cases do not need collateral, we also offer 0% financing. Some may even qualify for flexible payment plan. For more information please contact us @ (626) 802-4447
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What is collateral?
Collateral is usually property or valuables that are used to make sure that the bail bond will be paid in full.
Bail Bond Companies often like to have collateral just to make sure that the defendant will adhere to all arrangements and appear at all court cases until the case is closed.
08
If I have to use a collateral when do I receive it back?
Usually you will receive your collateral no later than 14 days after the case is resolved. We hold the collateral for the entire duration of the case or until you complete all of the payments on your payment plan.
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Do we have financing?
One of the best things is that we do offer 0% financing. We know its a difficult situation so we will work hard to find a solution that best works for you. Our company is also able to use collateral to help qualify defendants for bonds. Co-signers may help qualify the defendent for a bail bond. We want to remind the indemnitor (co-signer) to read all important forms before signing. Got a question! Call us 24/7 at (626) 802-4447