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Are Bail Bonds Necessary?

Bail bonds have long been a fixture in American society for a good reason. Bail bonds are a critical piece of our justice system that ensures everyone has access to an affordable way to pay bail. Without bail bonds, there is no reliable way to ensure everyone has access to bail. This change would mean […]

Who Regulates the Bail Bonds Industry?

Mama says: Who regulates the bail bonds industry? Well, that answer is a little complicated, but we’ll do our best to make it as straightforward as possible for you. The California Department of Insurance (CDI) regulates the bail bond business. They’ve done so since the Bail Bond Regulatory Act in 1937. What Is A Bail […]

The Federal Bail Bond System – An Explanation

The federal bail bond system isn’t as simple as the state system and can be much more confusing. We’re here to ensure that you understand every step of the process, and we’ll help you through it. In state-related cases, bailing someone out is as simple as having a local bail agent head down to the […]

The 7 Types of Bail Bonds – An Explanation

There are seven different types of bail bonds available in California. Each bail bond type has its rules, regulations, and purpose. The seven different types are: Cash Bail Surety Bond Property Bond Citation Release Recognizance Release Immigration Bail Bonds Federal Bail Bonds Type 1: Cash Bail Bonds Cash bail bonds are first on the list […]

Bail Someone Out of Jail Online

A few providers in California and New York are trying to make the process easier by allowing you to go through an online form to process a bail bond. Still, there will likely be some interaction with the bondsman that can’t be handled online even then. For example, Bad Boys Bail Bonds allows you to […]