Monthly Archives: August 2015

We all know that TV shows and movies rarely show “the full truth, and nothing but the truth” when it comes to portraying real life, daily situations. Some details are left out, some are exaggerated. This is to glorify a situation to make it juicier and more entertaining, as well as allow the entire episode […]

Everyone has important people in their life that they would do anything for. When one of these people gets arrested, you immediately begin trying to get your VIP out of jail. Everyone wants to protect the people closest to them and at El Sobrante Bail Bond Store we want to help you bail out the […]

There are hundreds of bail bonds companies out there, and each one has a different, complicated way of bailing people out of jail. They may need to talk to you in person to get the bail started or negotiate a price. Some may have lengthy and confusing contracts for you to sign. At El Dorado […]

If someone you know and care about was recently arrested, give him a helping hand by bailing him out of jail. No one wants to spend time in jail, especially during the summer when you and your friends should be out having fun. However, thousands of people are arrested daily in California and not one […]

Only a judge can set, raise, and lower bail amounts. No bail agent, lawyer, jury, or other party can change the bail amount. The judge can consider a petition, but he or she may not grant a change. Posting bail bonds can be paid off through a variety of methods, from cash to checks to […]

By now, you know that texting and driving is a no-no in California. That’s how we generally understand this law – texting and driving. But this law actually extends beyond text messaging. Here is what else you cannot do, and what you can do, on your phone while you are driving. While driving, you may […]

You’d think that companies who have been in business for a very long time will know how best to treat their clients and meet their expectations and goals, huh? Well, sometimes, that’s not always true. Some companies are “out-of-date” and not up to speed with current trends, technology, and the very fact that time is […]

When a crime occurs and you’re around to witness it, do you have to report it to the police? Is it a moral obligation or a legal one? Most people don’t really know where the line is drawn. Sometimes no, you don’t legally have to report it, but other times, yes you do. If you […]

We are fast approaching our next extended Summer holiday weekend – Labor Day Weekend – and we’re confident there will be no shortage of men and women making sure they have a great weekend. From barbecuing to drinking to partying in the pool or at the beach, we’re here to give you a few friendly […]

Do not let your friend’s summer be ruined by sittin in jail after being arrested. If someone you know and care about was recently arrested, give him a helping hand by bailing him out of jail. No one wants to spend time in jail, especially during the summer when he should be out having fun. […]

If you somehow find yourself behind bars, wouldn’t you want someone to come to your rescue and bail you out of jail? Imagine if someone you care about found themself in jail, wouldn’t they feel the same way? Help your friend get out of jail by talking with one of our bail agents at Bay […]

A lot of bail bonds companies try to provide their clients with great service, and end up falling short. Some of these companies fall far enough that they have more complaints about them than they have years of being in business. Albany Bail Bond Store has been in business for nearly 30 years and has […]

You have the right to have a copy of your criminal record, if you so wish. You may want to see this to review accuracy and completeness of it. In order to get a copy, you will need to pay a $25 processing fee to the Department of Justice. You will also need to submit […]

The family member is arrested and charged with a crime. The District Attorney (DA) will review the case and decide whether or not to file charges. If the DA decides not to move forward with charging the individual with a crime, the case is dismissed and he or she is free to go home. If […]

As you probably know, a criminal history can affect your parental rights over your child. The judge always has the child’s best interests and safety at heart. A judge will look at the offense, how old you were at the time, what your sentence was, how long ago the crime was committed, and how you’ve […]