Category: bail

How to Choose the Right Bail Bonds Company?

Most people don’t spend their time Googling bail bonds companies. Heck some people don’t even know what they are. When the time comes (hopefully not) that someone needs help with their bail they may feel rushed in making a decision upon learning what bail bonds companies do.

Citizen’s and Self Arrest: An Explanation

Did you know that you have the power to arrest? Many people are unaware of this provision of the law, but it can be a very useful tool when responsibly employed. Citizen’s and self-arrests can be complicated subjects, and there are guidelines you should follow before completing either in order to ensure the process is done the right way.

First Appearance 101

The idea of going to court for the first time can be a very scary thing especially when coupled with the fact that there is little to no time to. Whether it is your first time ever, or your first time for this infraction, there are a lot of unknowns especially when thinking about the future. Even though this is a stressful time, it can be made manageable once you know the facts. Following the necessary steps, talking to the right people and communicating clearly will mean that the first appearance is not as scary and complicated as it may seem.

Mistakes to Avoid While out on Bail

Getting arrested is a scary thing for you and your family, and it can be a difficult thing to navigate especially whenever such hard emotions are involved. It is not a small thing to deal with but taking steps to manage your arrest and bail period responsibly will decrease stress on you, your family, and even possibly help prove that you are prepared to reenter life on the right side of the law. This is a challenging time for everyone involved, but your family invested in bailing you out so that you can make the most of it, don’t let their compassion be put to waste!

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.

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.