Bail Bonds and bail are used interchangeably by many people. Although they are both important features of the judicial process relating to the release of an accused from jail, they mean very different things. When someone is arrested, they may be eligible for bail. Bail is set during a bail hearing by a judge or […]
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Being exposed to the criminal justice system for the first time can be a daunting and confusing time for most. Santa Ana Bail Bonds would like to help shed light on this subject to help you when you need it the most. Orange County’s bail schedule is reviewed and set by a panel of Judges […]
To say that having a loved one or friend get arrested is a “stressful situation” seems like such an understatement. It can feel like your whole world just turned upside down. Legal issues can be very scary and intimidating, that’s where we can help you. Call us as soon as someone is arrested and we […]
BEHIND THE PAPER WITH BRIAN NAIRIN As we move further along in the Pretrial Justice Institute’s self-declared Bail Month, I wanted to point out a recent story out of Minnesota that I believe should open people’s eyes to the real failures of the pretrial community. This morning the Star Tribune published an article about the […]
Weapons of any sort are prohibited Drugs are prohibited Electronic devices are not to be used in the courtrooms (unless approved by the court) Do not chew gum while testifying Stand up straight and speak clearly Pay attention to any instruction given by the employees of the court and the Judge It is permissible to […]
You are innocent until proven guilty You are entitled to a fair and speedy trial You are entitled to make a phone call after being arrested You are entitled to know what you are being charged with You are entitled to an attorney or a public defender You are entitled to have your property returned […]
When someone is arrested on a bailable offense and bail is set, the defendant can forfeit his/her right to see a judge within 72 hours of arrest (weekends and holidays excluded) and bail out. This is done most commonly using one of two methods: The defendant or someone other than the defendant will post cash […]
The defendant is charged with a crime by the arresting agency. The District Attorney reviews the case and makes a decision whether or not to file charges. If the District Attorney does not file charges, the case is dismissed. If however, the District Attorney does file charges, there will be an arraignment where the defendant […]