Bail Bond Defined
Simply put, a bail bond secures a defendant’s appearance in court.
A bail bondsman, or bail bond agent, is a person or corporation that acts as a surety and pledges money or property as bail for the appearance of the person(s) accused in court. A defendant may not leave “jail” unless their paper(s) are signed for legal dismissal by the Bail Bondsman.
The bond process is a surety contract between three parties: (1) the principle (defendant), (2) the state where defendant resides, and (3) the bail bond agency.
F.A.Q.
I Need to Get Someone Out of Jail, What Do I Do First?
First, call 904-358-0023 to speak with First Coast Bail Bonds and we can update you on the status of the defendant. Don’t call the jail over and over as this may delay the defendant’s processing. Contact First Coast Bail Bond.
What Will I Need to Get Someone Out of Jail?
Most of the time, you will just need a valid I.D and then you will need to fill out a small amount of paperwork.
How Much Does a Bail Bond Cost?
The premium for bail bond in Florida is a rate of 10% of the total amount of the bond. This premium is set by the state and is not negotiable. Any bail bond agency who tells you different is in violation of Florida Law.
Do You Offer Payment Plans?
Yes. For qualified applicants payment plans are available for up to 24 months.
What Happens After the Bail Bond is Posted?
The release process is usually a timely process. It generally takes from 2-4 hours. We, nor any other agency, have any control of the time it takes a defendant to get released. After a defendant is released, he/she could be required to visit our office for additional paperwork.
Who Will Notify the Defendant of their Court Dates?
If a court date is not provided upon a defendant’s release from jail, 1st Coast Bail Bond will contact both the defendant and the indemnitor for updates.
