Bail Bonds Service

By far the most common state bond, a surety bond, is governed by Florida regulations and stipulates that the bondsman will be paid 10%. The bondsman then provides the remainder of the bond to the court. This is the law. There is NEVER an instance where a bondsman can offer you a deal or charge more than the stipulated 10%. The only exception to this 10% rule is when bail is set under $1,000. Regardless of the amount below $1,000, the cost is $100, not 10%. Since the law is specific, the only difference that separates the multitude of bail bonds companies is the service you will be provided.

A federal bail bond comes into play when the alleged crime is of a federal nature or involves interstate criminal activity. Examples of this would be crimes that cross state lines or any crime investigated by a federal agency like the FBI, Post Office, IRS, or Immigration Services. The types of crimes that would require a federal bail bond include tax evasion, drug trafficking, fraud, and kidnapping. As well as any crime that takes place on federal property.

Federal bonds are most often many times higher than a state bond. The premium rate in Florida for a federal bail bond is 15%. Often, a judge will add a “Nebbia” requirement. This means that whoever is paying the bond must provide proof that any collateral or money used is from a legitimate source. The professionals at Bazarte Bail Bonds are experienced in dealing with federal bail bonds and can be instrumental in helping the arrestee deal with these intricacies. We can also help with signature and immigration bonds.

A bail bond is a form of insurance that allows defendants to be released from custody until their trial date. When someone is arrested, they may be allowed to post bail to secure their release. However, if the defendant cannot afford to pay the full bail amount, they can seek help from a bail bondsman. The bail bondsman will typically charge a non-refundable fee (usually a percentage of the total bail amount) and then post the bail on behalf of the defendant. In return, the defendant is released from custody but must appear in court for all scheduled hearings. If the defendant fails to appear, the bail bond can be forfeited, and the bail bondsman may hire a bounty hunter to track down the defendant.

The bail bond process in Florida typically works as follows:

1. Arrest: When a person is arrested in Florida, a judge may set a bail amount based on the severity of the alleged crime and other factors.
2. Contacting a Bail Bondsman: If the defendant cannot pay the full bail amount, they can contact a licensed bail bondsman. The bail bondsman will typically charge a non-refundable fee, usually a percentage of the total bail amount, and may require collateral.
3. Release: Once the bail bond is secured, the bail bondsman will post the full bail amount with the court, and the defendant will be released from custody.
4. Court Appearance: The defendant must appear in all court proceedings as required. Failure to appear can result in the forfeiture of the bail bond and additional legal consequences.
5. Conclusion of the Case: Once the case is concluded and all court appearances are made, the bail bond is exonerated, and any collateral is returned to the person who posted it.

It’s important to note that the bail bond process may vary slightly from county to county in Florida, so it’s advisable to consult with a local bail bondsman or legal professional for specific details.