Bail Bonds in Jefferson County, FL

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In Jefferson County, Florida, the bail bond process can be extremely frustrating and confusing. Many people do not know what to do next. We can help you so you don't waste time going around in circles getting lost in the process. If you want the process to go smoothly, hire Brennan Bail Bonds today.

Our agents can help guide you through, saving you both time and money.

After a call to the Jefferson County Jail to verify the information, the bail bonds process can get underway. You can begin to fill out the paperwork with the help of your agent. All signed documents must be faxed to the Brennan Bail Bonds office. You must include a copy of your drivers' license and the chosen method of payment.

Once bail has been posted and the paperwork accepted, jailers at the Jefferson County, Florida jail will release the defendant. This can take several hours to complete and may be the longest part of the process. It can take as little as three hours or as many as twelve depending on the facility. When the case finally concludes, the bail collateral and any cash that is leftover will be released to the bail bond agency and the co-signer. The court will discharge the funds and notify the bail bonds agency as to when they can be picked up.

What is a Bail Bond?

A bail bond is a financial agreement between the courts, a bail bonds agent and a co-signer that provides for the release of the defendant if the co-signer secures the bond with the appropriate funds and takes responsibility for the defendant and ensures they will attend all of their court hearings.

If the defendant appears in court and complies with all of the courts' demands, the bail bond will be released to the bonding agent at the conclusion of the case. If the defendant does not appear in court, the bond is forfeited and the defendant will be returned to jail. Because of this risk, most bail bonds agents require some type of collateral.

How does a Bail Bond Work?

The bail bond agent can meet the person anywhere. They can meet at the person's home, the agency office or at the jail. Bonds can also be written over the phone if the funds can be secured and both parties have the means to send and receive the documents.

Do I get my money back after the defendant goes to court if I hire a bail bond company?

No. If you paid money to the bail bond agency as a way to secure the bond, that money is part of the non-refundable fee. Collateral on the other hand, will be returned minus any collected fees.

Can I post the bail myself?

Yes. It is possible for you to post the bond on your own, but if you choose to do so you will have to pay the entire amount to the court.

How long does it take for an inmate to be released?

It normally takes 2 to 4 hours to get a defendant released from jail. The paperwork associated with securing the bond takes less than 30 minutes to complete. In most cases, more time is spent waiting on the court and the jail than filling out the paperwork.

If I co-sign a bond and the defendant does not appear for court, what happens?

As a co-signer you take on full financial responsibility for the defendant's bond. If they do not appear at their hearing, you must pay the entire bond amount to the court. If you refuse to pay, you may be sued.