Are you or a loved one in jail and need help? If so, you are probably overwhelmed with all the information on who to choose as your bail bondsman.

That’s why we’ve put together this post for you, complete with what to look for when deciding which local bail bondsman is best to help you in your unique situation. You’ll find some of the important things to know about selecting a local bail bond agency below.

What To Look For In A Local Bail Bondsman

When looking for a bail bondsman, your first step should be to understand what it is that you need. When you find that out, you can start to look for a bail agent. Being able to describe what you need accurately to the bail agent will increase the likelihood that you will find someone who can meet your specific needs.

Types of Bail Bonds

You might be charged with a misdemeanor or felony, or both. Or you may be charged with a non-violent offense that does not involve violence, such as drug possession. In these cases, the bail bondsman might not put up a big cash bond to secure your release because of the low level of the charge. In this case, a surety bond is more likely to be used.

We would also like to encourage you to look into the different types of bonds that are available – even if you don’t think you’re in a situation where your charge is particularly serious.

Misdemeanor Bail Bonds

If you’re charged with a misdemeanor, it’s likely that a surety bond will be used. This means the bail bondsman uses someone’s property as collateral for the bond. For example, the bail agent might take your car as collateral for your release if you’re arrested on a simple DUI charge.

Felony Bail Bonds

Many people who are charged with felonies aren’t released from jail because the bail on their bonds are too high. In this case, it may be safe to assume that a surety bond will be used.

If you have been arrested on a felony charge and charged with a simple misdemeanor, you may still be able to get out of jail if you’re able to post bail in cash.