For many individuals getting bail bonds San Diego, the first
time is the most difficult task. Asking the right questions will help you to get the best bondsman, here are a few of them:
1.
How much will it cost?
In most of the states the bail bonds agents charge
between 8-15% of the total bail amount. A bail bonds agent who charges more or
less than the particular amount set by the state legislature is not following
the rules, and may not be employed by the legal business. Also, the bail bonds
agent might charge a small fee to recover costs related to the bail transaction.
These charges might comprise of travel fees, notary fees, and guard fees.
2.
Are you licensed?
The bail bonds agent is required to be licensed.
The bail bonds agent can’t get a license unless they meet certain requirements.
The bail bonds agent or bondsman must be over 18 years old, must not have been
to jail, neither should have any criminal charges and so on. This license is formulated
to protect you, the client. Hiring a bail bonds agent who doesn’t have a
license could put you at risk of a fraud or scam. When communicating with a
bail bonds agent, ask them about the license.
3.
How long does it take to get an accused out
of jail?
The length of time entirely depends on the
situation and the jail where the accused is being held. However, you should be
able to determine the bail bonds agent’s record by asking how long it normally
takes to get the deal done. Your bail bonds agent will provide you an approximate
of how long it may take to get the accused released, but they are unaware of the
exact time it will take to complete the process. You should be careful of any
bail bonds agent that gives you a guarantee.
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