COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: What is a bail bond?

A: A bail bond in its simplest terms, is a guarantee or “surety bond”, that promises the court payment in full of the bail amount if the defendant fails to appear for their scheduled court appearances. To protect your assets, it is imperative that you only deal with a licensed bail bond company since taking out a bond is a contractual agreement that a licensed bail bondsman who is backed by an insurance company guarantees.

Q: How much does a bail bond cost?

A: Standard procedure in setting the price of a bail bond in most states, including California, is 10% of the bail amount. For example, bail has been set at $300,000, the out of pocket cost of the bail bond is $30,000. Each state has sets its own non-negotiable rate. Bail bonds have no hidden fees.

Q: How do I pay for a bail bond?

A: Payment is due in advance of posting a bond for the release of the defendant. We accept cash, Visa, MasterCard, America Express, and Discover. Most clients choose to pay with a credit card.

We understand that bail is a cost that was not planned for. That’s why at 888 Bail Bond we offer many flexible bail payment plans and interest free financing options.

Q: Why am I seeing bail cost only 5% at some places while others charge 10%?

A: The state of California has set the bail bond rate with the Department of Insurance at 10% of the total bail amount. If a company offers you 5% in the state of California you are being taken advantage of and the person is acting illegally or attempting a "bait & switch". Working with a licensed bail bond company is the best way to protect yourself from bail bond scams.

FINDING A LOCAL BONDSMAN

Finding a bondsmen is an important decision that people often never have to think about. However, in the event that you find yourself searching for a bondsman but have no idea of what to ask or where to begin, please call 888 Bail Bond.

With nearly 50 years of experience with bail bonds throughout California, our team of reputable bondsmen is here to help.

We know that emergencies are never planned and that our clients need someone to talk to at all hours of the day and night.  Our bondsmen are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, all year long.

We don’t take time off so that we can be there when disaster strikes. To speak to a live bondsman who can answer your questions and walk you through the bail bond process step-by-step, please call us now at (888) BAIL BOND. We’re here to help.

For bail bonds in Manteca, we can be contacted toll free 24 hours a day/7 days a week at (888) BAIL BOND.