Last updated 8 months ago
At 24 Seven Bail Bonds, we know that dealing with the legal system can be stressful and confusing. These links will help you understand your rights a little better. For more help, and when you need fast bail service, call us at (732) 993-7408. You can expect quick, courteous service delivered by professionals ready to walk you through every step of the process.
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During a traffic stop, items on your car seats could give the police officer legal grounds to search your vehicle. Learn about the Plain View Doctrine, which provides the basis for searches, by visiting this website.
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This article from LawFirms.com discusses what you should and shouldn’t say during a traffic stop and how to behave when stopped for a DUI.
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Lawyers.com details what happens after you skip bail.
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Bail can be a confusing subject. Learn about the bail process at HowStuffWorks.com.
Last updated 8 months ago
No one likes seeing the flashing blue lights behind them when they’re driving—how you act during a traffic stop could mean the difference between getting off with a warning and needing to call a bail bondsman from the county jail. Here’s what you need to know about making it through a traffic stop as easily as possible:
Be Calm and Polite
Arguing with a police officer during a traffic stop will get you nowhere. Be courteous to the officer, even if you feel he’s not being courteous back to you. Provide him with the information he requests, like your driver’s license, insurance card, and registration. You are required by law to present these documents. If you refuse, you’re giving the officer a reason to take you to jail. As a general rule, it’s wise not to reach for these documents or anything else until you’re directed to do so by the officer.
Don’t Admit Guilt
An officer might ask you if you know why you were stopped, but even if you do know, the Fifth Amendment says you don’t have to admit it. You have a right against self-incrimination. However, you don’t have to go out of your way to say you know your rights and that you don’t have to say anything. The officer may find this behavior antagonistic. Instead, simply say that you don’t know why you were stopped.
Know Your Rights Regarding Searches
If an officer spots an illegal item in plain view in your car, he is legally allowed to search your vehicle. This is called the Plain View Doctrine. If no such thing is in plain view, you are not obligated to submit to a search. If an officer persists in asking if he can search your vehicle, simply ask him whether you are free to go. If he has no grounds for detaining or searching you, this will end the encounter. If he decides to detain you, this is the time to ask for a lawyer.
A good attitude goes a long way in a traffic stop, but if things do go wrong, call 24 Seven Bail Bonds. Our professional bail bondsmen will have you out of jail fast, and we will help you navigate the confusing legal system up to your trial date. For speedy, courteous bail services, call us at (732) 993-7408.
Last updated 9 months ago
Skipping bail is a serious matter for you and for the loved one who helped arrange your bail. Failing to appear for a court date means that a bench warrant will be issued for your arrest and you will become a fugitive. Failing to appear and skipping bail may cause you to become ineligible for bail when you are re-arrested. The person who arranged your bail will also be left on the hook for the costs associated with your failure to appear. Here’s what you need to know about the costs of skipping bail:
Lost Collateral
When bail is posted, the bail company typically pays 10% of your actual bail to a court in the form of a bond. They make this bond payment after someone contacts them on your behalf and signs a contract that guarantees that you will appear in court, otherwise the court will receive the full amount of the bail.
Most people don’t have enough cash to back the full amount of bail, especially in the case of large bails for more serious crimes. In these instances, the person who arranges the bail usually has to put up collateral, like a car or a house, to guarantee that full amount of the bail. When you don’t show up for court, the full amount of the bail is due, and the bail bonding company can collect that collateral to foot the bill. Your loved one could lose his or her home, car, or other possession to pay for you failure to appear.
Search Expenses
When you skip bail, the bail company will search for you themselves and may hire a bounty hunter to track you down. The person who signed for your bail will be charged for these expenses. The longer it takes to find you, the more expensive the search will become.
Lowered Credit
If the person who arranged your bail can’t pay for the cost of the search or if he or she loses the collateral, his or her credit rating will be negatively impacted.
Skipping bail has serious repercussions for everyone involved in the transaction. At 24 Seven Bail Bonds, we’re here to help you understand the legal process and the importance of showing up for your court dates. When you need help with bail and navigating the court system, call our professional team at (732) 993-7408.
Last updated 9 months ago
Getting pulled over by the police while you’re driving is stressful enough, but the situation can be even tougher if you don’t know your rights. Of course, it always pays to be polite to the officer and provide him with the documentation you’re required to present, like license, registration, and insurance—but what if things go further than that? What are your rights if an officer questions you or asks to search your vehicle?
With this video, you will learn what you are—and aren’t—obligated to do during a traffic stop. You will hear about your right to refuse a search of your car, unless an illegal item is in plain view of the officer. You will also learn that you aren’t required to answer any questions an officer asks you without a lawyer present.
If your traffic stop ends in an arrest, 24 Seven Bail Bonds can help. Our courteous and fast bail bonding service can help you or your loved one get home. Call us anytime at (732) 993-7408.
Last updated 9 months ago
If arrested, it is important that you remain calm and attempt to diligently work through the situation. The following articles can help you navigate the process of arrest, release, and any further legal action:
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The Atlantic explains how to display proper etiquette after you have been arrested.
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If you are confused by bail procedure, HowStuffWorks.com offers a detailed explanation.
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Getting arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol can result in thousands of dollars spent on car towing expenses, insurance increases, and legal fees. MSN Money breaks down the costs of getting a DUI.
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As The Wall Street Journal reports, your in-court appearance can factor heavily into the opinions and decisions of the judge and jury.
If you require the services of a bail bond agent, let 24 Seven Bail Bonds aid you through the jail bail process. We capably serve those living in New Jersey. To receive more information, call us at (732) 993-7408.
