When you get in trouble with the law, it's good to know that someone can post money for your release. However, a 24-hour bail bonds provider can offer more than just that. Here are four ways a bail bondsman can be invaluable.

Speed and Convenience

Bail bond firms are usually open 24/7 and located near courthouses or even next to jails or prisons. This means they can get you out of jail fast. No one will have to travel far to meet with them, either. If you're arrested in the middle of the night and your friends or family live far away, a bail bond agency can often have you out of jail by the morning, while your friends or family might take longer to get the money together and travel to the jail.

Financial Flexibility

Typically, a bail bond agency takes multiple forms of payment. If you need to use collateral like a home, vehicle, or piece of jewelry because you don't have enough cash, the company may be able to accommodate you. Many agencies also accept credit card payments.

Skin in the Game

The company that posts bond for someone is invested in making sure the person show ups for trial. Legally, the court can hold onto the bail money until the defendant appears. A bail bond agency doesn't want to lose its money if you don't show up. Consequently, they'll help you stay on top of court dates. If you are new to the legal system and don't know how to respond to the court's requests, an agency can help you get everything done and make sure you don't miss any deadlines.

Expertise

Bail bond companies know a lot about legal systems at the local level. They work with law enforcement officers, defense lawyers, judges, and prosecutors all the time. Agents can give you inside information about how things work, who to talk to, and what to expect.

Suppose you need to turn yourself in because you've learned the police in the next county have an outstanding warrant for your arrest. A bail bondsman can explain the process to you and what you'll need to do to get out of jail as promptly as possible. Similarly, they can give you a list of local attorneys who usually take cases like yours so you can have counsel before you go to the courthouse. They also can point you to the right part of the courthouse to visit to start the process. 

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