One of the most useful things you can do when you're out on bail is to secure effective legal counsel. You have the right to an attorney, and if you can't find one, the court will appoint you one. For some reason, people have been increasingly willing to flout professional legal representation altogether and defend [...]
Cosigning is a common American practice. It's often done in relation to student loans, car loans, mortgages, etc. However, it's also possible to cosign a bail bond. Believe it or not, cosigning on a bail bond is no less common than anything else. When someone you know well and trust, such as a close friend [...]
When you're arrested, you're taken to the police station to undergo booking and processing. The final step in the process is to set bail for those who are eligible. In some cases, you may have to wait until the next day to see a judge before bail is set. The bail amount is typically based [...]
