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Having a friend or family member arrested is never convenient or good news. That’s why you need the best Chamblee, GA bail bonding services available.
Our goal at 24 Bail Bonds of DeKalb is to make the entire Chamblee bail bonding experience as easy, clear, and quick as possible. The stress of jail and the court process is enough, so we aim to be the least stressful part of that experience. With more than 20 years of experience in the bail bond business, 24 Bail Bonds of DeKalb is well aware of the full court process in Chamblee and DeKalb County for all types of charges and can help streamline the bail process. Read below for more information on our Chamblee, GA bail bonding services or contact us now to get a loved one out of a DeKalb County jail.
What is bail and how is it set?
Bail is essentially a promise, honored through some form of loan or payment, to the courts that says the defendant will comply with the judicial process. What this means is that when you pay the bail amount, or the bail bond amount through us, bail is considered “posted,” and tells the court that the defendant agrees to follow the steps and procedures detailed in their court documents, which typically includes appearing at court on the court date. What bail does is help the court prevent a defendant from “skipping bail” or not showing up to court to proceed with their hearing.
Bail is set by the court and typically is determined by a variety of factors. Certain standard charges have matching bail standards. For example, a misdemeanor might have a standard bail amount of $500. The judge typically sets the bail amount to mirror the standard for the charges. However, the amount can vary based on the defendant’s previous criminal record, the seriousness of the charges (felonies are five to ten times more costly than misdemeanors), the defendant’s ties with family or their community, and other factors.
What is a bail bond and how do I pay it?
A bail bond is a loan to the court on behalf of a defendant that essentially communicates to the court that the defendant agrees to responsibly follow the judicial process and appear in court on time. As we trust that our clients will responsibly show up to court, or help their family member or friend appear on time, we help our clients quickly post bond. The typical cost of a bail bond is 10% of the full bail amount. For example, if the cost of the bail amount is $500, the bail bond will be $50.
However, because having a loved one arrested never comes at a convenient time, we know that the cost of this can be a burden. We work with individuals and their specific financial circumstances to settle on an amount that works for you, and in a fast and efficient manner. We accept cash, credit card, check, money order, and debit card for payment.
Get the Best Chamblee, GA Bail Bonding Services Now
If you need to help a friend or family member post bail so that they can return to the comfort of home, call us at 24 Bail Bonds of DeKalb, 404-975-1313, and our helpful, experienced team will work with you to make the entire experience simple and fast.
