Category: Lawyer

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.

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.

Common Myths About Bail Bondsmen

Whether you, a loved one, or a friend has been arrested, it is important to hire a bondsman. A bondsman will put up a bond or will personally guarantee an individual will show up on their scheduled court date. A bondsman will file the required legal documents, finance the bail, and conduct other related legal matters so jail time is a short stay. However, like many other professions, bail bondsmen do get a bad rap. There are many myths and misconceptions that go along with the work of bail bondsmen, including the following.

COVID-19, Jail Time, Bail Bonds, and Your Safety

  One of the worst things that can happen during this pandemic is getting thrown into jail. Close proximity to strangers. Poor health services. Little to no control over your own practices on staying safe from COVID-19. It’s a perfect formula for things to go wrong; and it has had an effect on countless people…

Does Attorney-Client Privilege Mean I Can Say Anything?

We’ve all heard the term “attorney-client privilege” and have a basic knowledge that the term means that you can say anything to your attorney, even confess to a crime, and he or she is not allowed to tell anyone. Is this true? Are there any restrictions on what you can say?

Posting Bond and Your Credit Score

When you get arrested, you may not consider the financial impact your arrest and trial may have on you or a loved one that has posted your bond but bond premiums, court fees, and fines are expensive. But can they affect my credit score?

How To Turn Yourself In

If you have an outstanding warrant for your arrest, no matter what it’s for, it’s better to deal with it sooner rather than later. If you wait, you increase your chances of being arrested on their terms, not yours, which could mean that you get arrested during a simple traffic stop or worse, it happens in front of your family or at your place of employment. You can avoid the embarrassment by turning yourself in. On your terms.

Getting Out On Bail: Should I Stay or Should I Go?

If you’ve been arrested for a crime there’s a good chance you’ll be released on bail unless the crime was severe, there’s a high chance you’ll skip out on bail, or you’re a repeat offender. You may be asking yourself that age-old question posed by The Clash―should I stay or should I go?

You’re Out on Bail. Now What? 

If you were arrested, booked, paid bail, and were released, you may think you can relax now but nothing could be further from the truth. Posting bail means that you promise to not only show up in court but also that while you’re awaiting your trial, you have to abide by the rules outlined in court.  If you don’t, you could find yourself back in jail and this time, you’ll have to stay there until your court date. 

To Bail or Not to Bail? The Decision to Post a Bail Bond

Being a friend means being there in a time of need.  Answering the call when he needs to talk about a breakup.  Bringing her some chicken soup when she’s feeling under the weather.  But what if your friend asks you to bail him out of jail? Should you do it? Posting a bond to get…