How Long Does the Bail Process Take?
While Cecil C. Armstrong Bail Bonds will always post bail immediately after payment is received, we cannot always control the jail system or know exactly how long the bail bond process will take. Because the booking process—taking photographs, fingerprinting, and checking for outstanding warrants, parole holds, or immigration holds—must be complete before the defendant is “cleared for bail,” actual release time may depend on a variety of factors:
- The Defendant’s Previous Arrest Record
- The Defendant’s Citizenship Status
- How Many Arrests The Jail Is Currently Processing
- The Number of Staff Members Working at the Jail
- How Long It Takes To Process Paperwork & Payments
- How Long The Bond Underwriting Process Takes
How To Expedite The Bail Bond Process
To make sure your friend or family member is released from jail as soon as possible, Cecil C. Armstrong Bail Bonds recommends gathering as much information about the defendant as possible, including the full name of the arrested person, your relationship to the arrested person, the date they arrested, where they committed the crime, the booking number and charges, and the jail where they are being held. If you are unsure about the crime, booking number, or where the defendant is being held, we can help you locate your friend or relative. At Armstrong, we know how the court system works; let our professional, experienced bail bondsmen negotiate the release of your loved one with speed and at less cost to you!
Know Your Indemnitor Responsibilities
If you purchase a bail bond for a friend or relative, you inherit the title and responsibilities of indemnitor. To avoid future complications, Armstrong strongly encourages each indemnitor to read their contract thoroughly and understand what both the bail bondsman and the courts expect of them.
The Indemnitor Must:
- Be Truthful About Their Relationship With The Defendant
- Be Honest About Your Financial Situation
- Be Responsible For Making Sure The Defendant Appears in Court
- Notify Cecil C. Armstrong Bail Bonds If Address or Phone Number Changes
- Know The Risk Inherent in Becoming an Indemnitor
For more information on the bail bond process, contact Cecil C. Bail Armstrong Bail Bonds today!
