Category: bail bond industry

Communication Is Key: Speaking to your Family

  Family is a wonderful thing. Built up of people who are related to you, forever friends, and anyone else you love, true family is a group of people who you can always count on. Even after something unprecedented happens, something that you worry will make people think differently about you, your family will be…

A Guide to Supporting Those Out on Bail

Arrests are hard on everyone. From the officer to the arrested person, to their entire network of family and friends. There is no one in someone’s close circle that is not affected by the arrest. It can be difficult to come to terms with the possibility of a loved one having allegedly committed a crime, but it is important to refrain from labels and remember that they are still the same person. While you may find it difficult to work through your own thoughts about someone who has recently been released on bail or bond, this is a great time to have important discussions and try to support them wherever possible in hopes that they will walk free and return to a life on the right side of the law.

Perks That A Bail Bond Company Can Give You

When someone you love or care about is arrested, it’s a stressful time. Many people become overwhelmed, and can even start to feel hopeless. A bail bond company is important in this process, as they can help you post bail and have your loved one removed from jail. Did you know that many bail bond companies come with other perks, as well? A good bail bond company can do more for you than just post bail. Find out how here!

3 Crimes in Florida That Are Non-Bondable

Not all crimes are viewed as equal in the eyes of the law. In fact, come are viewed far more detrimental to the general public than others. These crimes are deemed to be non-bondable. If someone you know has been accused of one of these crimes, then they won’t be given an option for bail. These are the 3 most common crimes that are non-bondable.

What are the Common Restrictions Set with Bail

The justice system works in a funny way. Paying a sum of money for a crime you didn’t commit just to stay out of jail until the verdict is given seems backward. Unfortunately, that is the way it works and even if you pay bail there may be some restrictions and rules set forth by the judge. When these rules are broken the defendant will end up back and jail and it can damage their court case further. 

Why You Should Post Bail

Sometimes a family may feel that taking out a second mortgage on the house or posting bail is just too expensive. It’s not wrong to feel that way but posting bail has a lot of important benefits to your loved one’s case. Mainly seeing that they get to live as a free person until convicted. But that’s not the only thing. Getting the right counsel and showing support in thinking they didn’t do whatever the alleged crime is can also be important. 

Managing General Agent Mercy Bail Bonds

At Mercy Bail Bonds we offer many important services to Hudson Florida and Pasco County.  One of these important services is acting as your Managing General Agent. We are a special type of insurance agent that has expertise in unusual areas of underwriting such as professional liability and surplus lines insurance.

Get It Right with Federal Bail Bonds

If you are in a panic searching for someone to write you a Federal Bail Bond then you’re likely calling up multiple companies. Don’t. Federal Bail Bonds are more complicated than State Bonds on several different levels. Hiring the wrong person could get you in more trouble than you already are accused of. Hiring the right company, however, can help relieve you and your family of the stress that comes with not being able to afford the granted bail. 

Are Your Rights Being Violated?

When someone has accused you of committing a crime, there are rights that you have which are guaranteed by the Constitution of the United States. If you find yourself or a loved one in this position, you might be asking yourself if there is a way of knowing if your rights have been violated. Below are some questions you or your loved one should be asking to see if they have, indeed, been violated.

What Happens After an Arrest?

If you have been arrested before, then you probably know what to expect. However, if you have never been in that situation, then you might be wondering what happens when you do get arrested. Below are the steps that you will go through after your arrest.