Mama Says! Blog — Category: News

What Is Skipping Bail?

Skipping bail is when someone posts bail but fails to appear at their assigned court date. Typically, people skip bail to avoid prosecution or sentencing proceedings. You could even argue that skipping bail defeats the entire purpose of the bail system. When a person jumps (skips) bail, they forfeit their bond and subsequently owe the […]

Can’t Afford Bail? – What Should You Do?

Bail can be exceedingly expensive, and not every person who finds themselves behind bars will be able to afford it. Luckily, there are a few things that you can do if you can’t personally afford bail on your own. Let’s look at some of your options if you can’t afford your bail. Work With Bad […]

Excessive Bail? Shall Not Be Required

Excessive bail shall not be required! We have all heard, “That’s unconstitutional!” or “That’s my constitutional right!” but have you ever wondered if they were right? You might be surprised how often people get it wrong. You might also be surprised how often people get it right. Your best defense against misconception is reading and […]

Know Your Rights, Why? Jail Sucks

Know your rights. Why? Because jail sucks. A lot. The U.S. Constitution and Mama say: No laws shall be made that prohibits favors or opposes anyone’s religious choices. No agency can arrest a person for saying what they think. The media, in all manners, has the right to present news and opinions. Anyone or any […]

3 Reasons a Judge Might Deny Your Bail

Being denied bail by a judge is never a good feeling. But, there are three main reasons that a judge may refuse you the right to bail. The most common three reasons for this are: You’re a flight risk You are not a US Citizen You’re a repeat offender Let’s explore these reasons in greater […]