Bail Bond FAQ’s
Our bail bond faqs will provide you with a quick reference to some of the common questions we receive. Don’t hesitate to contact us for any answers you are looking for that you can’t find. We’re here for you.
Q: How long does it take to get out of jail?
A: The normal time frame is usually a half hour if it’s a police department. On the other hand, it takes considerably longer in a correction center. We will do everything in our power to make it as convenient as possible for you.
Q: What do I need to bond someone out of jail?
A: The fee, or down payment.
Q: What is the fee?
A: The fee is set by the state of Connecticut. Feel free to call us for a consultation: (860) 524-5245.
Q: Do I get the fee back after my friend or relative appears in court?
A: No, the fee is nonrefundable.
Q: What is collateral? Do I need to provide collateral?
A: Collateral is money we hold on to while a defendant is out on bail. The money is taken as incentive to ensure the person’s appearance at scheduled court dates and is returned to the collateral donor once the bond is released by the court. The circumstances of every bond are a little different, but most bonds can be done without collateral. Spme examples of collateral are cash, property, jewelry, cars, etc.
Q: I have a warrant out for my arrest, but I don’t have a cosigner. Can you still bond me out?
A: Yes.
Q: What information do you need from me when I call?
A: The following is a list of information that will help us to do the bond as quickly as possible. When you call us you should try to have as much of this information as possible. Don’t worry if you don’t or can’t get all the information; we can get it for you.
- Name of person in a correctional institution
- Birth date/Inmate Number of person (in jail)
- Social security number of defendant if available
- Address of defendant if available
Q: What is the largest bond you can do?
A: We can do any size bond. Feel free to call us for a free consultation regarding large bonds.
Q: What is the smallest bond you will do?
A: Unlike some of our competitors we believe that every bond is important regardless of size. Our agents will respond to any bond.
Q: I called another company. They said that a bondsman cannot write a bond that is below $500. Is that true?
A: That is not technically true; however it is true that most companies will not write a bond that is less than $500. If you can deposit collateral with a credit or bank card for the full face value of the bond then we may be able to help out depending upon your circumstances, call us for a free consultation.
Q: Who regulates your company?
A: The Department of Insurance is responsible for the regulation of surety bail bondsmen in Connecticut.
Q: I was a cosigner for a friend or relative and they just missed a court date. What should I do?
A: Call us immediately. Our phones are staffed 24 hours a day.
Q: What are your business hours?
A: Our phones are staffed 24 hours a day. We can and will do a bond anytime of the day or night including holidays.
Q: What territory do you cover?
A: We have licensed agents throughout the state. We can and will do a bond in any part of the state.
