About Placer County Bail Bonds
Bail Bonds in Placer County, California
Placer County Bail Bonds
Placer County Bail Bonds is a licensed Placer County bail bonds agency providing fast, reliable service to residents of Florida and other states. Our specialists have 15 years of experience helping families locate their loved ones and releasing them from custody whether it be from South Placer Jail or any other detention facility. We are available 24 hours a day, every day without closing, to meet your needs. Whether you have an emergency or legal concern, our multilingual representatives and bail bond specialists are here to help. At Placer County Bail Bonds, you will never have to worry about posting bail because we take care of everything. Our services include:
- State bonds
- Federal bonds
- Placer Bail Bonds
- Immigration bonds
- Immediate response
- Credit cards accepted
- Fast, free consultation
- Notary Public services
- 24/7/365 personal access
- Local or nationwide service
- Flexible financing options
- Guaranteed confidentiality
- Bail by phone, fax, or email
After 15 years in business, The Bail Bond Firm has the expertise and efficiency required to deal with prosecutors and defend your rights. We work closely with experienced criminal defense attorneys in Placer County and throughout California to ensure that you have everything prepared for your next court appearance. Whether your case involves federal bonds or state bonds, we take the burden from your shoulders. Our agents understand that arrests and criminal charges cause stress. That is why we are dedicated to guiding you through each step of the legal process.
Bail Bond Basics
Following an arrest, individuals facing charges must stay behind bars unless they “make bail,” or pay the amount ordered by the court. Rather than waiting in a cell for days or weeks until trial, a bail bond allows the accused to be released from custody until the next hearing. Bail bonds guarantee that the person will appear on the next scheduled court date in exchange for being released from custody. Most people rely on licensed bail agencies to deal with the jail or detention facility (e.g., South Placer Jail in Roseville) and expedite release. The responsibilities of bail bond agencies include:
- Locating the accused
- Arranging full payment
- Disclosing up-front costs
- Ensuring court appearance
- Explaining bond agreement
- Finding fugitive with warrant
- Collecting non-refundable service fee (premium)
- 10% of state bond amount in California
- approximately 15% of federal bond amount
- 20% in some immigration cases
- Safely holding collateral in trust
- Used to recover cost if cannot find fugitive
- Can be anything of value to ensure full payment
- Returned in full once case completed
- Can be property, car, bank account, or co-signor’s assets
Successfully Posting Bail
If you are detained or need to secure a loved one’s release from South Placer Jail or any other jail, Placer County Bail Bonds in Roseville can help. We are an established licensed agency providing prompt, professional service in Placer County, throughout California, and nationwide. Our agents know that you have to get back to your family and return to work. That is why we are dedicated to expediting your release and restoring your freedom. Call (916) 300-6736 for a free consultation or contact us online.
Bail By Phone
Most Placer County bail bonds agencies, including Placer County Bail Bonds, can obtain a defendant’s release by phone, fax or e-mail. To request this service, simply ask our agents for Bail by Phone, making sure to provide us the with the bail amount assigned by the jail or court. In minutes, we can fax or e-mail all bail application paperwork directly to you. Once you’ve completed the paperwork (approximately 15 minutes), your bail bond is immediately posted through our agents in the county of jurisdiction. Regardless of the state or county where bail has been set, Placer County Bail Bonds can quickly expedite release.
State Bonds
State and county bail bonds are the most common type of bail bond. These are the bail bonds most people inquire about. For example, people who have been in arrested in Miami by local police will need to have their bail bonds posted at South Placer (Placer County Jail). These types of bail bonds are also known as court bonds and appearance bonds. Simply put these are the bail bonds that 99% of all Florida bondsmen write. The premium for state or county bail bonds is 10%, which is standard in California, and non-negotiable.
In a state or county court of law, the defendant charged with a criminal offense is presumed to be innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Anyone who is accused of a crime may post bail to retain his/her freedom until their case is adjudicated by the court unless they are charged with a “non-bondable offense.” Non-bondable offenses are capital crimes, like murder, life felonies, and felonies punishable by life imprisonment. If someone is charged with a nonbondable offense, a special hearing will have to be held before a defendant can be given a bond.
What is a Bail Bond?
A bail bond or surety bond is simply a monetary guarantee that a person who has been charged with a crime will appear before the court when they are ordered. Once a bond has been posted, the accused is released from custody until his court hearing.
How is the Amount of Bail Decided?
The courts are responsible for setting bail, but most people want to be released immediately as opposed to waiting up to three days to see a judge. In most jails, bail is set according to previously set guidelines that specify bail amounts.
How is Bail Posted?
You can post cash or real property for the full amount of the bond directly with the court, but this may tie up much-needed funds and savings. Some jurisdictions may deduct court fees from your cash bond. You’ll also lose the benefit of confidentiality since most courts follow stringent guidelines to show posted funds aren’t a product of criminal activity. In most cases, bail is posted through a bail bondsman. In Miami, for example, bail agents physically post bail bonds at TGK. The bail agent collects a fee (or premium) and secures some form of collateral for the full amount of the bail. Fees vary by state but are usually 10% of the bail amount, except for federal bail bonds and immigration cases, which may be as high as 15%–20%.
In certain types of cases, the courts can impose additional requirements that need to be met before posting the bail bond.
What’s Collateral?
Collateral is something of value that’s “held” by the bail agent to ensure the defendant is present for all court proceedings. A piece of real estate, a car, a bank account – all can be considered collateral. Sometimes the signature of a qualifying co-signor will be accepted.
Will the Collateral be Returned?
A bail bond agent has a legal responsibility to safeguard all collateral. As long as the defendant has not failed to appear before the court, collateral is returned once a case is completed – whether the defendant is found innocent or guilty. A bail agent’s fee, however, is not returned; this is payment for services rendered regardless of the outcome of the case.
What Information Do I Need to Provide the Bail Bond Agent?
The full name of the defendant and where he’s in custody – you’ll need the city, state, and name of the jail. · If you can provide the booking number, this will save valuable time.
How much is the bail?
If you don’t have it, don’t worry, the bail agent can get it when they contact the jail. Once you know the bail amount, our agent will advise what it will cost to post bond and anything else required to expedite the defendant’s release.
How long does it take to get released from jail on bond?
That usually depends on where the defendant is being held. Local police stations generally take an hour, but county jails, like South Placer, can range from three – eight hours. Immigration may take up to six hours, and federal facilities two – three.
What happens if the defendant fails to appear?
If you think the defendant is going to flee, contact your bondsman as soon as possible to review what options are available to you. If a defendant fails to appear before the court, he is considered a fugitive and a bench warrant is issued for their arrest. The bail bond agent makes every effort to locate the fugitive and return them to custody. However, if the bail bond agent is unable to locate the fugitive the bail agent must pay the entire bond amount to the court. The bail bond agent can recover the cost by turning to the collateral to reimburse the loss.
