When an individual is arrested for a crime, typically that person will be incarcerated at a county jail. Once arrested and booked, the defendant has several options for release pending the conclusion of his or her case.

The bail system is designed to guarantee the appearance of a criminal defendant in court at the time the judge directs.

A judge or magistrate normally sets the bail amount for a particular case according to a county Bail Schedule and the particulars of a case. The Bail Schedule itself is usually set annually by a majority vote of superior, municipal, and other judges.
In setting or denying bail, the judge or magistrate’s first concern is the protection of the public, followed by the seriousness of the offense and previous criminal record.

Once a judge or magistrate sets the bail amount, there are several release options that may be considered, including:

• Release on Personal Recognizance
• Cash bail
• Surety Bond (Bail Bond)

As a licensed Bail Agency, we are required by law to collect 10% of the bail set as a Premium. Payment Plans may be available. Major credit cards are also accepted

The Bail Bond Agency guarantees the full amount of the bail to the Court as guarantee that the person will appear. The Indemnitor (co-signer) guarantees the Bail Agency that the Bail Agency will not incur financial losses as a result of this obligation to the Court.