FAQs
785 Bail Bonds
If you have questions about the bail bond process, 785 Bail Bonds has the answer. Check out these FAQs and give us a call today for more information!
How much money do I need to secure upfront in order to get a bail bond?
To obtain a bail bond, customers are typically required to provide a minimum of 10% of the total bond amount as an upfront payment. This percentage is standard practice in the bail bond industry.
What are bail bonds? How does the process work?
Bail bonds are financial guarantees provided by bail bondsmen to courts, ensuring a defendant's appearance at scheduled court dates. The process initiates when a judge sets bail. If the defendant cannot afford the full amount, they may seek assistance from a bail bondsman. The bondsman pays the entire bail sum to the court, usually collecting 10% from the defendant as a fee. The defendant must attend all court dates as mandated.
Upon fulfillment of court appearances, the bond is released, and the court retains the full bail amount. The bondsman keeps the defendant's fee. If the defendant fails to appear, the bondsman risks losing the entire bail amount unless they locate the defendant. In such cases, the bondsman may employ a bounty hunter or seize assets used to secure the bond.
How long have you been in business?
Our locally-owned bail bond service has been operating in northeast Kansas and surrounding areas since 2006, providing reliable assistance.
Why should I choose 785 Bail Bonds?
Our experienced team offers complete transparency regarding your bond options. Due to our extensive service area covering numerous counties in northeast Kansas and beyond, we possess comprehensive knowledge of court systems and procedures across various jurisdictions, ensuring informed and efficient service.
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