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Why Is My Bail More Expensive?

Were you recently arrested for a crime and surprised to see how expensive your bail was? Most people usually are, but you had other reasons for being shocked about the bail amount. You had a friend who was once arrested for the same reason, and their bail amount was lower than yours. How could that […]

We Look at More than Just Your Credit Score

People are not numbers. This is something that many bail bond companies out there have forgotten. Here at Bulldog Bail Bonds in Herndon, we understand that people are more than just their credit score number. We look at each of our clients like actual people, not numbers. When you come to Bulldog Bail Bonds in […]

Don’t Disturb the Peace

In the state of California, disturbing the peace is illegal. A person charged with disturbing the peace can be fined, or even arrested. This means you should never let your anger get the better of you while out in a public setting. Starting a fight or argument with a stranger could lead to getting into […]

What is an Infraction?

If you have ever had a run in with the law, or just watch a lot of television, you have probably heard the term infraction before. You might have wondered what it meant since it was not explained very well. While an infraction might sound scary and intimidating, it is actually far lees troublesome than […]

Everyone has the Right to Bail

Here in the US, everyone has the right to bail in most cases. Of course, there are a few instances when bail can be denied, but for the most part are granted the opportunity to post bail. This is great, because it allows a defendant to stay out of jail during the trial period, which […]

More Years, Less Complaints

When you are looking for professional help with something, the amount of time the company has been in business should be a deciding factor for you. Another, just as important, factor to consider will be how past clients feel about the company. You should consider both of these factors when looking at any company, especially […]

What to Expect During the Booking Process

When someone is arrested, they have to put into the system, or booked. This is basically where the person’s information is taken down and put into the police system. While this may sound like a simple process, it can take several hours to complete. After all, thousands of people are arrested daily, which means the […]

What Is Own Recognizance?

When it comes to bail, there are plenty of terms out there that people do not recognize. One that many people want to know about is own recognizance release. Some people have heard rumors that own recognizance release is a way to bail out of jail without paying. Those rumors would be correct, but it […]

DUI Checkpoints in California

If you did a lot of driving over the Labor Day weekend, it is likely that you encountered a DUI checkpoint at some point. It might have been a bit bothersome, since the checkpoint probably backed up traffic slightly, but it was for a good reason. The point of DUI checkpoints is to identify drivers […]

Is Bail Ever Denied?

Some people may not realize this, but there is a chance that a person can be denied bail after his arrest. While the Eighth Amendment to the Constitution prevents excessive bail, is does not guarantee that everyone will be allowed bail. There are some instances when a person is denied bail, and most people would […]