Release may be by way of a straightforward promise to appear, also known as being let off O.R., or on one’s own recognizance. Yet, for more grave misdemeanors or felonies, or where the incriminated has a prior record, posting bail may be desired to get release.

Most counties in Riverside have a “bail hearing”, which is just a list of various Penal Code, Vehicle Code, and Health and Safety Code violations, and a equivalent bail amount. These are the “presumptive” bail amounts, but the genuine amount of bail can be deviated either higher or lower, depending on the reality of the case and the background of the incriminated.

The function of setting bail is two-fold: it is to make sure the attendance of the accused at future court events, and it is also to uphold the community. There are many constituents to think about: The bail schedule, significance of the offense, earlier criminal record of the accused, whether the defendant has ties to the community, owns property, or is working, and many others.

Bail is a complex issue, and there are many special rules that apply to certain types of cases. For example, in a DUI (drunk driving) case in Riverside, an accused will not be let off until enough time has passed for their blood alcohol concentration to drop below certain levels. In domestic violence cases, even misdemeanors, or release is barred by the arresting agency. In cases involving drugs, or criminal enterprises that were claimed to have made money for those criminated, a source of bail hearing may be needed. This is a hearing where the defendant must show that the money used to set his or her release is not the fruit of criminal activities.

Once bail has been set, it may be posted in one of quite a lot of ways: Cash bail; Government bonds or Real Property; or a Bail Bond. The last is the most commonly used.

An qualified bail bondsman provides an invaluable service. In exchange for the bondsman’s fee (which is usually 10% of the amount of the bond, with or without collateral), a good bondsman will forego sleep for going to a police station or county jail, filling out needed paperwork, and even driving the incriminated home and making sure that they have a hot meal on the way.

Our trial lawyers in Riverside work with the best, most dedicated bail bondsmen in the business. Like our offices, these bondsmen are dedicated to providing the greatest possible service, and giving their clients exceptional value for their investment. If someone you care about has been detained, or needs to bail out of jail, you can call on them for immediate assistance.