Just because you have been released from jail on a bail bond doesn’t mean you’re life will go back to being completely normal. You’ve only been released from jail. Official criminal charges against you will still impact your living over the next few months. You...
Most of us know that the internet and technology have combined in a way that allows us to do many things at home. A perfect example of this is getting approved for a bail bond. In the past, getting a bail bond required that you...
Bail is a monetary amount a judge decides is a fair amount of money to secure your release from jail. The idea is that the amount should be high enough that it convinces you to return to court for all of your mandatory appearances. At...
It's not at all unusual for a California judge to sentence a person to misdemeanor probation rather than actual jail time. This doesn't mean that you've gotten away with anything. It simply means that the judge considers you a low-risk criminal offender and that it...
California has different types of restraining orders. One version is the Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO.) The DVRO can only be used in cases that involve two people who have shared an intimate relationship. It can be used in cases that include fiancées, spouses, couples...
It's difficult to know exactly how you should act when the police contact you and say they want to talk to you. Honestly, in most cases, they are in the middle of an investigation and simply want to talk to you about some aspect of...
Burglaries are a problem in California. In 2021, California property crimes increased by 2.4% from 2020. According to the Public Policy Institute of California, 16% of the reported property crimes in California were burglaries.Traditionally, burglaries are committed by one, sometimes two people, who are simply...
Don't underestimate the importance of a good bail consultation. The consultation allows you and us to get to know one another and decide if we're a good fit for your needs. Several things take place during a free bail bonds consultation.We Collect Your InformationIt doesn't matter...
As soon as you've been arrested, you want to be released. The problem is that you can't be released for many crimes until your bail has been set. Once you know how much bail is required to get you out of jail, you and your...
Wildfires are a problem in California and 2023 doesn't look like it's going to be an exception to the rule. While some believed that the fact that it was a bit wetter than normal this winter would mean avoiding problematic wildfires, the experts disagree, according...
The Fourth of July is right around the corner. Many people are itching to start purchasing supplies to set off their firework display on their property. The question is, are you allowed to purchase and set off fireworks on your own in California?California's state government...
Every single day, hundreds of drivers throughout the state of California receive traffic violations. While obtaining a ticket for many things is possible, some traffic violations are more common than others.SpeedingWhile there aren't any hard stats showing how many speeding tickets are written by California...
Just because you've been convicted, it doesn't mean you will go to prison. While prison is always an option for felony convictions, there are times when the prosecution and judge feel that your crimes don't justify you sitting in a cell for several months or...
The arraignment is an important part of the bail process. It's when a judge will decide whether you'll be granted bail, how much the bail will be, and what restrictions are connected to your bail. Here are some important tips that will help you prepare...
If you're worried that someone is either stalking you or is intent on harming you, it's in your best interest to approach the California courts and secure an emergency personal protection order (PPO).The purpose of a PPO is to have a legal method of providing...
It's no secret that if you're caught driving while under the influence of an illegal amount of drugs or alcohol in California, you'll not only be arrested and fined but you'll also be convicted of a misdemeanor and have your driver's license suspended. In most...
Most of us have been there at least once in our lives. Even though we were perfectly sober at the time, the police pulled us over for a seemingly silly reason. The reason the police do this is that they have been trained to recognize...
Car accidents happen, and even when you do everything in your power to drive defensively and avoid a collision, there could be a time when despite your best efforts you find yourself involved in an accident which is why now is the best time to...
Most of us spend a surprising amount of time on Facebook. We love posting about the exciting things taking place in our lives, we enjoy looking at the photos loved ones share, and we often treat it like an interesting party line that provides a...
Everyone knows that the best parties happen at Halloween. There's something about the combination of extreme sugar, spookiness, and the strange cheerful zaniness of the season that makes the parties even more memorable. It's why so many teens spend days learning about what Halloween parties...
Most of us assume that a crime is a crime so hearing that California has a law, Penal Code 664 PC, that deals with the topic of attempted crimes is a bit confusing. Basically, what this law does is make it illegal to attempt a...
Personal protection orders (PPO) are issued when one person approaches the court and shows a judge why they are afraid of someone else. If a PPO is issued against you, you aren't allowed to have any contact with the person who arranged for the PPO....
It's expected that if you're going to own and operate a vehicle in California, it's properly insured. The amount of insurance you have that covers your own car is usually left up to you, but the state requires that you at least carry limited liability...
Most people worry about the possibility of their child being kidnapped from the park or shopping mall. While these things do happen, most kidnapping cases don't involve strangers but are actually parental kidnappings. According to Safe, at Last, more than 90% of all reported kidnappings...