Bail Bond Companies in San Angelo, TX

24 hour jail calls & release, courteous & confidential, deal directly with bondsman, Jay Mohler , se habla Espanol, serving the entire Concho Valley, military discounts

We are Licensed bail bond agents! License # 11-01 & 11-03

Bail bonds, local and statewide, all felony & misdemeanors

State certified 24 hour service.

What is a Bail Bond?
A monetary guarantee filed with the court whereby a defendant is temporarily placed in the custody of the posting Bail Agency. Further, the bail agency promises the court the defendant will appear each and every time they are ordered to do so while their case is pending.

Is a defendant released on bail really in the custody of the posting Bail Agency?
Yes, when a Bail Agency post a Bail Bond with the Jail or Court, the Bail Agency is taking responsibility for the defendant to appear at all future court dates. For example, if a defendant does not follow the terms and conditions of the Bail Agency, then he/she risk being returned to jail! We provide the comfort of not being in a jail cell. However, if a defendant fails to communicate or check in as required then he/she may be returned to jail.

How much does bail really cost?
10% of the bond is the standard premium. However, Union Members, Members of the Military, Veterans, & clients (defendants) represented by a private attorney may qualify to be released on bail for 8%!

How come some agencies state 0% down?
This may be misleading since a company would go out of business writing free bail. However, there are companies who will take a lien on your house and require monthly payments to cover the bail premium. If your financial situation requires a 0% program then be sure to make the monthly payments on time to cover the bail premium (not bail amount) owed to the bail agency or else your loved one (the defendant) will be returned to jail and you will still owe the premium plus costs such as fugitive recovery agent fees and court fees. Do I need collateral?
Every case is different. However, we enjoy bringing families together and with high bail amounts collateral is necessary. If you have questions, don't be afraid to call and ask!

What can I put up for collateral?
Anything of resale value! However, if you're a homeowner then a signature may be all that's needed or a lien will be placed on your home based on the bond amount and the required equity (Market Value vs. what's owed on the home).

How do I determine equity for a home?
Recent sale amounts for homes similar to yours. For example, if you currently owe $375,000.00 on your home and the homes in your area are being sold for $475,000.00, then you have $100,000.00 equity. However, it really depends on the condition of your home and the current market. If you have questions don't be afraid to call us!

What if the person I bail out does not appear?
The court will issue a warrant for the arrest of the defendant. In addition, a notice will be sent to us regarding the failure to appear. However, we will be happy to assist you in either reinstating the bail with the court or surrendering the defendant back to custody.

What if the person I bail out gets re-arrested in a different county or state?
Call us immediately so we can make sure you are protected. Communication is very important.

Are there any additional legal fees?
In the event of a forfieture (when the defendant failed or refused to appear in court as required) there will be court costs. The worst being a Summary Judgement where the defendant cannot be located and you have to pay the entire bond amount. If the defendant failed to appear due to a valid excuse, then the bond can be reinstated. Court fees vary from $75 and up. If a motion has to be filed to vacate the forfieture then you will be liable to pay for all legal fees.

Once the bond has been posted at the jail, how long until the defendant will be released?
Release times vary from City Police Departments, Jail facilities, and County Detention Centers. For example, a small police department may release a defendant within 10 minutes to hour. A County Detention Center may take up to 6 to 8 hrs. County Jail may take as long as 12-24 hrs. Most of the time County Jail releases defendants within 6 to 8 hrs.

Should I get an attorney to request a bail reduction?
If a case has been filed at the court by the District Attorney's office and the bail amount is high, then you may want to seek the advice of an attorney regarding possible bail reduction. However, a bail reduction hearing cannot occur until there is an official case filed by the District Attorney.

When a defendant is booked into Jail and held on new charges, the district attorney has 48 court hours to file an official complaint or else the defendant must be released. This does not mean a case will not be filed at a later time.

For example, if a defendant is arrested on a Wednesday, then the District Attorney has until Friday to file a case and officially charge the defendant in a court of law. If a defendant is arrested on a Thursday then he/she could be held until Monday or Tuesday.

Please remember this does not mean a case will not be filed upon release by bail bond or according to the 48 hour rule. Once a case has been filed by the D.A., the bail could remain, be lowered, or be increased. Once the defendant goes to court he/she could be released without posting a bond. Bail Reduction is not so simple as some attorneys claim.

The Jailor cannot reduce the bail without a court order signed by a judge. The bottom line is if a defendant is arrested on a Wednesday and does not have a court case number by Thursday, then Bail Reduction by Friday is very unlikely because the defendant will either be released under the 48 hour rule or the DA will file a case on Friday and the Defendant will have to wait for a the arraignment the following week for possible bail reduction or have someone post bail for him/her to be released from custody.

If the District Attorney files a case on Thursday, then an Attorney can request a Bail Reduction at the arraignment, which would be the following day (Friday). Bail Reduction is possible by Friday if a case has been filed by Thursday. There are no guarantees the court will grant reductions, but if the defendant has no priors then the court may grant a request. Remember justice is blind!

What if a person has a Warrant?
In most case we can clear warrants with the court and set a new court date. However, each case is different. Call and ask for assistance.

How long will it take for a defendant to be released from jail?
Most metropolitan jails may have delayed released times from 6 to 12 hours. However, if a defendant is being held at a police station, then he/she could be released within 1 hour.

The booking process at large Detention Centers take a few hours.

All persons arrested and brought to a police station or detention center are "booked" into a local database. The purpose of the booking process is to establish the true identity of the defendant, find if the person is wanted elsewhere in the state or nation, document a "history" of the arrest (in the local and the FBI's national database), and to determine whether or not the person can be released on his/her own recognizance or on cash bail.

The defendant cannot be released until the Department of Justice identifies the individual in custody. Don't allow a bail agent to tell you anything different.

Do some Bail Bond Companies give misleading information?
There have been some incidents with clients being given misleading facts on release times and bonds not being processed quickly from a well known bail bond agency.

Can a Bail Bond Company refer an attorney?
It is against the law for a bail bond company to refer an attorney.

What happens if a person is released on Bail, but the case is dismissed? Do I still owe the premium?
Yes, if you hired a bail company to post bail for a defendant. Commission is earned once the defendant is released on a Bail Bond. Further, Bail Bond Companies cannot determine if the District Attorney is going to file a case or not.

How Bail Bonds Work

Bail Bond Agencies enable you to have friends/relatives freed from jail without requiring you to personally post the entire bond amount. A Bail Bond Agency will typically collect a specific percentage of the total bail amount (as prescribed by law) from you, and your friend/relative will appear in Court.

Bail Bond Agencies collect a percentage of the bail amount from you as a "Premium." To have a friend/relative freed from jail, you pay this amount or arrange financing with us.

Once we receive the payment, we can arrange to have your friend/relative freed from jail. If your friend/relative fails to appear for their day in Court, a warrant for his/her arrest will be issued by the law enforcement agency.

Essentially, the bail bond process works as follows:

1. Your friend/relative is placed in jail and you contact Angelo Bail Bonds.

2. Your bondsman will ask you for specific information about your friend/relative, including the following:

What is the person's full legal name?
What is the person's date of birth?
Which jail is he/she in, and is it a county, city, or federal jail?
What is the charge?
How much is the bail amount?
   (Your Agent may also require some basic information about the personal history of your friend/relative, including where they work, previous arrests, and residency information.)

You provide Angelo Bail Bonds with a percentage of the total bail amount (typically only 10%) and will cover the additional 90% of the bail amount. Angelo Bail Bonds will contact the jail facility and determine exact bail information and arrange to have your friend/relative released.
Your agent will contact you as soon as arrangements have been made.

Benefits of using Angelo Bail Bonds

-We help you save money.
Post a bond with our agency and you pay only a fraction of the amount required at jail.

-We provide confidentiality.
Everything can be handled discreetly in our office with no need to give personal information
or transfer cash in a room full of strangers.

-We give you greater control.
Angelo Bail Bonds can help you so that you are not subjected to the whims of a system that forces
you into a programs without regards to your wishes.

-You may impose conditions of release.
If a friend/relative needs help with a drug, alcohol or emotional problem, you may require that the
defendant accept completion of a treatment program.

-We can save you time and frustration.
Angelo Bail Bonds can have all forms ready for you when you arrive.

-We provide convenience.
We accept Visa, Mastercard & Discover, as well as ATM cards, checks and cash.

-We can help you understand the system.
We can familiarize you with the judicial system and work with you to ensure you are aware of
all necessary court appearences.

-We post bonds in many jurisdictions.
We can save you a lot of time and frustration by handling things quickly, no matter where you or your
friend/relative are.

We provide Bail Bond Agents to take care of your needs.

Serving the San Angelo, TX area.

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