Sitting in a Colorado jail, or any jail for that matter can be quite a traumatic experience. For this reason, it makes sense to hire a professional Denver bail bonds agent to obtain a pretrial release. An experienced bail bond agent will work toward your immediate freedom while the court decides on your case. However, whether or not the offender is eligible for Denver bail bonds is based on what the law says and within the court’s discretion. Bail Eligibility Typically, your defense lawyer will request a bail hearing. During that hearing,…
Imagine you are peacefully driving back home from work and suddenly blue and red lights show up behind your car to pull you over. What should you do? Regardless of it’s a routine traffic stop, being stopped by the police is a nerve-wracking experience. You must remain calm, be honest, and be extra careful when talking to the police, answering their questions, or reacting to the situation. Here are some guidelines to address traffic stops peacefully: Turn on your car’s emergency flashers. By doing so, you’re acknowledging the signals of…
If you’ve been arrested and subject to interrogation or questioning because of domestic violence, arresting officers should clearly state to you your Miranda rights. A Miranda warning explains, you have the right to remain silent and may refrain from answering self-incriminating questions until you have consulted with an attorney or asked for legal services from the Denver bail bonds agent. Exercise your rights and refrain from plea bargains without legal representation at your side. Legal Definition The U.S. Justice Department categorizes domestic violence as “a felony or misdemeanor crime” committed…
If you seek the help of a bail bondsman to obtain the release of a loved one who has been arrested, you must understand that there are consequences if the defendant does not fulfill his/her obligations – one of which is to return to court to attend trial. If the defendant doesn’t show up in court for the hearing, they are actually creating a big problem themselves, and for you as the indemnitor or co-signer of the bail bond. Skipping or jumping bail is a criminal offense. It is therefore…
We’ve been discussing a lot of things in our blog but have one very important subject that needs covered: How to find a reliable bail agent in Colorado. There are lots of Denver bail bonds companies, but not all of them are efficient and trustworthy. It’s always good to know what makes a bail agent competent in the industry. This gives you the ability to determine if the agent you approach is legit and has the capability to bail your loved one out of jail as quickly as possible. Here…
In a recent study released by the Denver Department of Safety, the average number of prisoners have almost reached the maximum limit that can fit in the county jail and city detention center. Among those inmates, half of them are dealing with mental health problems including psychosis or depression. Being in custody presents a high-risk for people who are convicted while awaiting trial, especially those defendants who are wrongfully charged or those accused of petty crimes. This is precisely why defendants must post bail immediately to get out of jail….
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