FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS A BAIL BOND?

A bail bond (surety bond) is a financial guarantee to the court that the defendant will appear in each and every court appearance as the court directs. Failure of the defendant to comply with the conditions of the court could result in warrants issued and bail bonds forfeited.

WHERE CAN A BAIL BOND BE POSTED?

A bail bond can be posted at most courts and jails. Most jails accept bail bonds 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

WHERE CAN I GET A BAIL BOND?

You can get a bail bond by calling our toll-free number at 205-326-3222. A licensed bail agent will confidentially discuss your individual situation and assist with all of your bail bond needs.

WHAT HOURS DO BAIL AGENCIES OPERATE?

Because people are arrested both day and night, most bond agencies are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Please feel free to call us anytime at 205-326-3222.

MAY I PAY OVER THE PHONE?

Yes, payment can be received over the phone by credit card or wire transfer.

HOW MUCH DOES A BAIL BOND COST?

Most bail bond premiums are ten percent of the full bail amount. For example, if the full bail amount is $10,000.00, the premium (fee) for the bail bond is $1,000.00. These fees are established by the surety companies and regulated.

IS THE BAIL BOND PREMIUM REFUNDABLE?

Once the bail bond is posted and accepted by a court or jail, liability is taken on the bail bond. At that point the bail bond premium is fully earned and is not refundable.

HOW LONG IS A BAIL BOND GOOD FOR?

A bail bond is good for one year. If the case goes beyond the one year, the premium must be paid again in order to keep the bail bond current.

WHO IS LIABLE FOR THE BAIL BOND?

The indemnitor (co-signer) is financially liable for the bail bond. The indemnitor’s liability is limited to the full face value of the bail bond.

WHAT IF I HAVE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS?

If you have additional questions not answered in this FAQ page or if you want to obtain a bail bond, please feel free to call us anytime. A qualified bail agent will be happy to answer all of your questions and assist with all of your bail bond needs.
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