by RJ Ferraro | Nov 28, 2016 | Criminal Defense
If you have ever been arrested, you know what it takes to get out of jail. The process can be long and tedious, and it can also be costly. Many times, bail is too much for the ordinary person to stomach paying, or the funds are just simply not available. When bail is...
by RJ Ferraro | Oct 6, 2015 | Florida Family Law
When a person is arrested they are generally take to jail and can only get out by posting bond (or bail). The purpose of having a defendant post bond is to ensure they will show back up when their next court date arrives. For those that fail to appear, the bond is...
by RJ Ferraro | Sep 23, 2014 | Legal Principles
Most times when people are arrested they can post a bond (sometimes called bail) and get out of jail while waiting for their hearing. Posting bond is the Court’s way of making sure you show back up to defend your case. This is because if you do not show up, the bond...
by RJ Ferraro | Apr 9, 2014 | Criminal Defense
When you are arrested, the Judge may order a bond be posted. The purpose of this bond is to make sure you show back up for your Court appearance after being released from jail. Most people simply don’t have the cash to put up for a bond, so will use a bonding company...