Sitting in jail makes time seem like it stops when really, only minutes have passed by. Wouldn’t you rather be at home? Well, the fastest solution to that: getting the help from an El Sobrante Bail Bond Store. The entire bail bond process will still take a few hours but that is standard, if not […]
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Most Common Bail Collateral Options
The answer to your bail bond monetary payment woes is collateral. Money is tight, bail is expensive, and frankly, you never thought you would need to pay it, right? That’s why offering collateral is also an option and it will be returned as long as the defendant shows up in court. Here are the most […]
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Avoid These Mistakes When Posting Bail
When you’re getting out of jail on a bail bond, you want to make sure everything goes smoothly. You’ve hit enough bumps in your road to get where you are. Avoid these mistakes and your bail bond will post immediately with no trouble: Neglecting consequences of skipping bail. You’re warned that if you don’t show […]
If you feel like your rights have been violated, you certainly have the right to investigate and file a complaint! The police are supposed to protect rights but occasionally they overstep their authority. If you believe this happened to you, know this: Write down everything you remember Take note of the officer’s name, badge, patrol […]
If you’ve ever considered skipping jury duty, don’t. It’s a criminal offense to do so that could result in fines and jail time. It’s a part of your duty to help maintain and ensure justice. There could be a warrant out for you if you ignore your jury duties. If you would like to do […]
Have you ever thought about how critical “think before you speak” and “think before you act” can be? Growing up as a child you’re taught that but it never really dawn on you just how important this can be – it can be the one deciding factor that will prevent you from serious trouble: jail. […]
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Undocumented Immigrants Have Rights Too
If you or someone you know is an undocumented immigrant, the worst fear is getting caught and deported. However, it doesn’t work like that (so easily). Undocumented immigrants do have certain rights and we at Martinez Bail Bond Store want to help protect them. You can only be detained for up to 48 hours on […]
You have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. These are the rights for people who are arrested for any crime. These rights weren’t always in place and so fundamentally crucial to the people who get arrested. These rights came about following the 1966 case of Miranda v. Arizona. What happened […]
It can be tricky when you use credit card to pay for bail. First of all, your credit line may not even be high enough to charge the full bail amount. If it is, will you be able to pay it off in time so that it doesn’t hurt your credit score? This is where […]
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First Time In Jail? Here’s What To Expect
Preparing to go to jail is never easy, especially when you don’t expect to get arrested. It’s terrifying, you’ve seen all the bad and scary stuff from television and movies. You feel like won’t survive. That’s not true at all. Don’t freak yourself out. It is best to remain calm and cooperative. Here are some […]
Last year, the California Department of Motor Vehicles conducted a study that showed a very interesting trend: more women are being arrested in Los Angeles and California as a whole for drinking and driving, particularly those in the 21-35 and 51+ age group. For men, DUI-related arrests have decreased. This trend is the same in […]
What you probably know already is that drinking on public streets is prohibited in the majority of America. What you don’t know are the seven places where you actually can legally drink on the streets: Las Vegas, Nevada Sonoma, California Savannah, Georgia Fredericksburg, Texas Hood River, Oregon New Orleans, Louisiana Memphis, Tennessee Make sure you […]
In your search for the best California bail bond company to help you get your loved one out of jail, you will come across many companies who sound like they’d be “alright.” But we at Martinez Bail Bond Store, promise you that “alright” is not good enough. You shouldn’t settle for just any company when […]
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How To Budget Your Income In Case Of An Emergency
How do you know if you’re budgeting your paychecks well? One common guideline to follow is the 50/30/20 rule: No more than 50% of your paycheck will go to fixed costs like monthly bills and rent. This can also include gym memberships, Netflix, etc. 20% of your income will be allotted for your Savings, your […]
In most U.S. states, if a person under the age of 18 commits a crime, he or she is tried as a juvenile. (There are some states where the “adult” age is 16 and yet there are some extreme cases where a child under 18 will be tried as an adult.) While juveniles have special […]