About Bail Bonds

Frequently Asked Questions

What is bail?

In short, Bail is that part of our legal system that allows an accused person to be temporarily released from custody so they can continue their lives while they prepare for their day in court. In criminal cases, it is a sum of money or surety bond that needs to be posted by or on behalf of a defendant to guarantee their appearance in court. The right to reasonable Bail is guaranteed to you in the Eighth Amendment of the Constitution of the United States. The court system sets the amount of bail required for the defendant's release depending on the crimes the defendant is charged with.

How do I pay bail?

Bail can be paid in cash to the jail or a bail bond can be posted with the jail. Most people cannot afford the total amount of bail, so they or their families must contract with a specialist called a bondsman to arrange for bail bonds.

What is a bail bond?

Under state law, a surety company can provide a type of insurance policy or "bond" that guarantees payment of the full bail amount to the court if the defendant does not appear for all scheduled appearances. These bonds are offered by licensed bail bond agencies. For supplying these bonds, bail agencies charge a premium - a percentage of the total bond amount. The bail agency must charge the premium rate set by Nevada State Law and the premium is not refundable. The bail bond remains in effect until the defendant completes their court case. Failure by the defendant to appear will result in a bond forfeiture.

What does a bail bond cost?

When bail bond services are rendered the premium and court costs must be paid. Nevada State Law sets the premium amount required at 15%. For example, for a bond amount set at $10,000, the premium would be $1,500, plus $40 per bond in court filing fees. The bail bondsman can also charge any other fees associated with the bail bond such as travel fees. Please contact one of our agents for an accurate quote depending on each unique situation.

Are payment plans available?

Bonafide Bail Bonds offers simple interest free payment plans. Bail bond payment options are determined by the amount as well as who will cosign the bail agreement should the individual be unable to pay the premium on their own. We will work with you to customize financing arrangements because we know that each and every situation is unique.

What is required for a bail bond?

Most bail bonds require the defendant to have a co-signer, also called an indemnitor/ guarantor. The co-signer is the person(s) willing to be responsible for the defendant while they are out of custody on bail and assumes financial liability to guarantee the full bond amount. Employment and identification are the basic requirement to co-sign for a bail bond.

What is collateral?

In some cases collateral may be required. Collateral is personal property pledged by the co-signer or defendant used to secure the bond. This collateral secures the bond and is released back to the owner when the defendant’s court case is complete. Collateral can be required in cases when the bail amount is large or the bond is considered high risk.

What is required of the defendant while out on bail?

Once bailed out of jail, the defendant is expected to abide by certain restrictions until the court case is complete and the bond is released. Most importantly, the defendant must attend any and all proceedings related to his or her case. In most cases, travel outside the jurisdiction of the court is only possible with the knowledge and consent of the court or bail bondsman. The defendant must notify the court or bail bondsman of any change address and not be arrested for any further offenses.

How do I make payments?

To make your experience with Bonafide Bail Bonds as easy as possible, we offer several different ways to make payments. We accept all major credit cards as well as cash and money orders. You may make you payments in office, by mail, or over the phone with a debit or credit card.

What is a bail bond exoneration?

A bail bond is exonerated when the legal process/trial has finished. It does not matter whether the defendant is found guilty or innocent or the case dismissed. At this point, the liability for the bond amount is discharged, however any unpaid premium, fees or charges incurred by the bail agency on your behalf are still owed.

When does a bail bond forfeiture take place?

Bail bond forfeiture results when a court appearance is missed. If a defendant misses a court date, a bench warrant is issued for their arrest. The court also sets a deadline for when either the defendant must be returned to custody or the full bail amount must be paid to the court.

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