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Why Is Bail Set?

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Bail is set to in order to allow someone who has been arrested to be released from jail while they wait for their trial. The person is released after payment of the bail amount. In other words, bail is basically a financial guarantee that the person who was arrested will be present on future court dat es. However, many people don’t have the money up front to make the full bail payment in order to be released. This is where Mike Snapp Bail Bonds in Orlando is able to assist you in making that payment.

How Is Bail Set?

After an individual is arrested and charged with a crime they are taken to a formal reading before a criminal court judge. This process is called an arraignment. During this proceeding, the judge will decide how much bail will be or in some cases the judge will release the individual without bail. However, it can take up to five days for the individual to see a judge and most people want to be released from custody immediately. For this reason, the majority of jails have standard bail schedules which states the amount of the bail for commonly seen crimes. This is where Mike Snapp Bail Bonds in Orlando steps in and assists you with paying that set bail amount so you can get out of jail as fast as possible.

What Determines the Amount of Bail Bond?

There are a few factors that a judge considers when setting bail. Some of these factors include the severity of the crime committed, previous criminal record, whether the person has close ties to the community and family, and employment status. Mike Snapp Bail Bonds in Orlando has extensive experience with bail and has assisted individuals with all types of situations. Everyone’s case is different and we understand the importance of catering to your specific needs.

What about Fees?

Mike Snapp Bail Bonds does not determine the fee charged for our bail bond service in Orlando. This fee is set forth by the State of Florida and unfortunately cannot be negotiated. The fee is 10% of the bail amount.

How long does it take to get someone out of jail in Orlando?

In most cases, once the bond is posted at the Orange County Jail, the release process takes between one and three hours. The jail controls that timeline. The bond agency cannot speed up the release itself. We post the bond as quickly as possible after you contact us. Releases that happen overnight or early in the morning sometimes take longer because of reduced jail staffing.

Can I bail someone out if I do not have the full 10 percent fee?

Yes. We offer payment plans for clients who cannot pay the full fee upfront. A portion of the fee is required to start the process. The remaining balance is paid on a schedule we work out with you before any paperwork is signed. Call us to discuss your situation. We work with most people to find a workable arrangement.

What happens if someone misses a court date after bail is posted?

If a defendant misses a required court appearance, the court issues a bench warrant for their arrest and begins the process of forfeiting the bail bond. As the person who signed the bond agreement, you could be held financially responsible. If a court date is missed for a legitimate reason, contact us immediately. There is a window to address it before the bond is fully forfeited.

Do you bail people out of jails other than Orange County?

Yes. We regularly post bonds at the Osceola County Jail in Kissimmee. We can also assist with arrests in Seminole County, Lake County, and other Central Florida counties. Call us with the details of the arrest and we will tell you immediately whether we can help and what the process looks like for that specific facility.

What information do I need when I call?

You will need the full legal name of the person who was arrested, the name of the jail or detention facility, the charges if you know them, and the bail amount if it has been set. If bail has not been set yet, call us anyway. We can explain what to expect based on the charges and help you prepare.

Is the 10 percent fee refundable?

No. In Florida, the bail bond premium is earned when the bond is posted and is not refundable regardless of the outcome of the case. This is set by Florida statute and applies to every licensed bail bond agency in the state. The only money that may be returned is collateral, if any was collected, after the case concludes.