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Lessons Learned From a Bad Bail Bondsman

Working in the bail bonds business, we hear stories from clients and other bondsman about horrible arrests, mistaken identities, rough experiences, and other blunders by the police and bail agencies.
Sometimes these stories are sad, sometimes they are frustrating, and other times they are funny. This tale is a combination of all three. We heard it from a client, but were not involved in the disastrous events. We have reprinted it as a cautionary tale, as well as a demonstration of what not to do when hiring a bail bondsman.

Professional Bail Bonds: Finding a Trustworthy Business

Hiring a professional bail bonds business is more important than you would realize. While it might seem like a good idea to save some money and cut costs, the reality is that it is not smart. At best you will be duping the judicial system, at worst you could be getting ripped off. Here are some tips to know before hiring a bail bonds agent.

Challenges to Professional Bail Bondsmen

Day-to-day life as a bail bondsman in Los Angeles is tough enough. We deal with criminals and police officers every day. Sometimes we have to make difficult decisions about whether or not to grant bail to a potential client. And every day we put our lives at risk in a dangerous profession.

Don’t Blame the Bail Bondsmen, Blame the System

Just over two years ago, in December 2009, Seattle was struck by a major tragedy when four off-duty police officers were gunned down in a coffee shop and died. The suspect, who fled the scene, was later identified as Maurice Clemmons, and shot before he could be arrested.
The bail bonds business that posted his bond six days prior to the event was temporarily shut down, despite being a 24-hour business, due to investigations that they did not spend enough time looking into his past and potential commit a crime.

Bail Bonds Varieties: Cash Bonds, Surety Bonds, and Property Bonds

This week, we will explain the difference between the various types of bail bonds that exist, namely cash bonds, surety bonds, and property bonds.