How much does it cost to bail out of jail?
The rate filed with the state of Idaho is 10%. This means that regardless of the bond amount, we are obligated by law to charge 10% of the bond amount as premium. For bonds of less than $500, there is a $50 minimum charge. Therefore if a bond is $5,000 the premium would be $500. There is also a $35 posting fee and a sheriff’s fee. Most sheriffs’ fees are between $10 and $25. Contact your bail agent today and they will advise you of the total cost involved in bailing your friend or loved one out!
How do you qualify for a bail bond?
Qualifying for a bond is a quick and easy process that resembles qualifying for a loan. We will need to ask you a few basic questions such as where you live, work, and how long you’ve been in the area. Once we have the information we need to underwrite the bond, you are either qualified or we will ask for additional cosigners, to help qualify you.
What happens if the defendant fails to appear (FTA)?
If a defendant FTA’s then a warrant is issued for his arrest. The defendant needs to turn himself or herself in, in order to have the warrant served and get back on track. There are some other options available should an FTA occur. Please call our office and we will be glad to discuss what remedies are available.
What happens if I get rearrested while out on bond?
Call us! Most likely it’s a minor violation and we can bond you out on that matter as well. In some cases they may hold you without bond and you need to advise us so that we can assist in resolving both cases.
What do I do as the cosigner or Indemnitor if the defendant fails to appear?
Call the office immediately and let us know so that we can advise you of all the options available to you and the defendant. Ultimately you are responsible to help us located and return the defendant back to court’s custody.
What does exoneration mean?
Exoneration means the release of liability from the bond. When a bond is exonerated the liability of the bond is now considered complete and the indemnitor is off the hook.
What is the full amount of liability I’m responsible for?
The full amount of liability in which you are responsible for is the face amount or penal sum of the bond. So if you had two $5,000 bonds then your total penal liability would be $10,000.
How long does the bonding process take?
The bonding process is short and easy. In most cases it takes less than 15 minutes for us to complete the necessary paperwork with our clients.
How long is the bond good for?
A bond is good until the defendant’s case is fully adjudicated and the bond has been exonerated. Some bonds can remain in force for a few years.
What is collateral?
Collateral is an item of value, which is pledged to guarantee the appearance of the defendant in court. Collateral usually takes the form of cash, property, or any other assets we feel adequate to cover the penal sum of the bond(s).
When do I get my collateral back?
Collateral is returned upon verification that a bond has been exonerated. Typically, a mere phone call is all that is needed. Once we are notified that a case is over, we will make the necessary arrangements to verify the exoneration and return the collateral.
What happens if my charges are dropped the next day or so after my bond has been posted?
Unfortunately there is nothing we can do in this case. We advise you or the indemnitor of this possibility before posting the bond. Your premium is non-refundable.
Can I leave the State or County when on bond?
You must check with the court, probation officer, and bail agent before you can leave the jurisdiction. In most cases all we ask is for you to notify us of when and where you are going and when you will be back.
Can I move or change addresses while on bond?
Yes. You are required to provide notification of your updated information. Failure to provide this information is a breach of the bail agreement and may result in your surrender into custody of the jail.
What happens if I get rearrested while out on bond?
Call us! Most likely it’s a minor violation and we can bond you out on that matter as well. In some cases they may hold you without bond and you need to advise us so that we can assist in resolving both cases.
At what point are you not liable for the bond?
Liability ends when the case is over and the bond has been exonerated.
Who sets the bail amount?
Bail amounts are set by a judge or by the Misdemeanor bail schedule depending on your crime.
How are defendants released from jail?
Once your bond has been posted the jailers will process you out and you will be released. The amount of time it takes depends on the jail and how busy they are.
Do I get my premium back?
Unfortunately premium is non-refundable.
The rate filed with the state of Idaho is 10%. This means that regardless of the bond amount, we are obligated by law to charge 10% of the bond amount as premium. For bonds of less than $500, there is a $50 minimum charge. Therefore if a bond is $5,000 the premium would be $500. There is also a $35 posting fee and a sheriff’s fee. Most sheriffs’ fees are between $10 and $25. Contact your bail agent today and they will advise you of the total cost involved in bailing your friend or loved one out!
How do you qualify for a bail bond?
Qualifying for a bond is a quick and easy process that resembles qualifying for a loan. We will need to ask you a few basic questions such as where you live, work, and how long you’ve been in the area. Once we have the information we need to underwrite the bond, you are either qualified or we will ask for additional cosigners, to help qualify you.
What happens if the defendant fails to appear (FTA)?
If a defendant FTA’s then a warrant is issued for his arrest. The defendant needs to turn himself or herself in, in order to have the warrant served and get back on track. There are some other options available should an FTA occur. Please call our office and we will be glad to discuss what remedies are available.
What happens if I get rearrested while out on bond?
Call us! Most likely it’s a minor violation and we can bond you out on that matter as well. In some cases they may hold you without bond and you need to advise us so that we can assist in resolving both cases.
What do I do as the cosigner or Indemnitor if the defendant fails to appear?
Call the office immediately and let us know so that we can advise you of all the options available to you and the defendant. Ultimately you are responsible to help us located and return the defendant back to court’s custody.
What does exoneration mean?
Exoneration means the release of liability from the bond. When a bond is exonerated the liability of the bond is now considered complete and the indemnitor is off the hook.
What is the full amount of liability I’m responsible for?
The full amount of liability in which you are responsible for is the face amount or penal sum of the bond. So if you had two $5,000 bonds then your total penal liability would be $10,000.
How long does the bonding process take?
The bonding process is short and easy. In most cases it takes less than 15 minutes for us to complete the necessary paperwork with our clients.
How long is the bond good for?
A bond is good until the defendant’s case is fully adjudicated and the bond has been exonerated. Some bonds can remain in force for a few years.
What is collateral?
Collateral is an item of value, which is pledged to guarantee the appearance of the defendant in court. Collateral usually takes the form of cash, property, or any other assets we feel adequate to cover the penal sum of the bond(s).
When do I get my collateral back?
Collateral is returned upon verification that a bond has been exonerated. Typically, a mere phone call is all that is needed. Once we are notified that a case is over, we will make the necessary arrangements to verify the exoneration and return the collateral.
What happens if my charges are dropped the next day or so after my bond has been posted?
Unfortunately there is nothing we can do in this case. We advise you or the indemnitor of this possibility before posting the bond. Your premium is non-refundable.
Can I leave the State or County when on bond?
You must check with the court, probation officer, and bail agent before you can leave the jurisdiction. In most cases all we ask is for you to notify us of when and where you are going and when you will be back.
Can I move or change addresses while on bond?
Yes. You are required to provide notification of your updated information. Failure to provide this information is a breach of the bail agreement and may result in your surrender into custody of the jail.
What happens if I get rearrested while out on bond?
Call us! Most likely it’s a minor violation and we can bond you out on that matter as well. In some cases they may hold you without bond and you need to advise us so that we can assist in resolving both cases.
At what point are you not liable for the bond?
Liability ends when the case is over and the bond has been exonerated.
Who sets the bail amount?
Bail amounts are set by a judge or by the Misdemeanor bail schedule depending on your crime.
How are defendants released from jail?
Once your bond has been posted the jailers will process you out and you will be released. The amount of time it takes depends on the jail and how busy they are.
Do I get my premium back?
Unfortunately premium is non-refundable.