Call a Lawyer Before Paying a Bond

 Posted on December 27, 2023 in Attorney Writ Bonds

If you want to get out of jail quickly after being arrested, you will most likely need to post bail or bond. This sum of money will be used as a security deposit, and if you appear in court as promised, your payment will be returned to you.

There are different ways to post bail, but no matter what avenue you take, your first step should be to contact a Frisco criminal defense attorney. 

Process Following an Arrest

You will appear in front of a judge for a bond hearing within 48 hours following your arrest. At this hearing, bail will be set. If you have the money to pay the amount the court requires, you will be able to pay your bond and secure your release from jail.

If you are unable to pay the full amount, then you can employ a bail bondsman to pay the amount on your behalf. In this situation, the bondsman will charge you a 10-20% fee for the total cost of the bond. In Collin County, a bondsman charges a $15 fee per bond as long as the cost does not exceed $30 for all posted bonds.

You will also need to put up something of value as collateral to cover the remaining cost. This can range from jewelry to real estate. If you do not appear in court when scheduled, the bonds company has a right to keep your fee and whatever item was put up as collateral.

Securing an Attorney Writ Bond

As of 2022, drug and property crimes in the Lone Star state accounted for approximately 70% of all offenses, violent and non-violent. Many of these non-violent crime offenders may have been eligible to obtain an attorney writ bond or may have done so.

If you do not want to sit in jail for days, an attorney writ bond may be your answer. Not every crime qualifies for attorney writ bonds, but you may be eligible if you are arrested for a non-violent misdemeanor crime. 

As the name implies, only an attorney can get you released on an attorney writ bond. Just like bail, you will need to pay a certain amount to be released from jail. The police will determine the amount owed for your release. Once an attorney writ bond is obtained, you can expect to be released from custody within mere hours. 

Why Should You Call a Lawyer Before a Bondsman?

While it may be your gut reaction to call a bondsman, you should first contact your attorney before doing anything else. Contacting a Collin County criminal defense attorney may give you the following advantages:

• Your attorney will know how to best approach the bond
• Your attorney may get you released on an attorney writ bond
• Your attorney may suggest you wait until the arraignment so that he or she can negotiate your bond

Consult with a Frisco, TX, Criminal Defense Attorney Today

Being arrested is overwhelming. Even though you may not know what steps need to be taken, a Collin County, TX, criminal defense attorney can protect your rights and ensure that the things you do and say do not make your situation worse. Contact Law Offices of Biederman & Burleson P.L.L.C. online or by calling 469-333-3333 today to schedule your free consultation.