There are completely stupid and silly laws that you could, but probably never will, break (like herding 2,001 sheep in Hollywood) and then there are laws that you’ve probably broken multiple times by now, without even knowing it. Here are 5 of the latter which you might find surprising and interesting to read about 1. […]
Monthly Archives: November 2015
Most people shut down for some time during the holiday season because well, it’s the holiday season. But there are some who absolutely will not, including us at Penny Bail Bonds. People get in trouble, or are in trouble all the time, even if it’s one of the biggest holidays of the year. You don’t […]
Paying for bail is stressful both emotionally and financially. It requires getting a large, very large sum of money that you have set aside for other needs and savings. Paying for a bail bond is much less stressful both emotionally and financially. Of course it is still a hassle, but Penny Bail Bonds will try […]
As you know, the bail price for a defendant will depend on what the crime was. There are also other factors like whether the defendant has history of criminal activity, whether he or she is a flight risk, etc. Bail amounts are set up according to a bail schedule that is reviewed annually. Bail may […]
The absence of even just one member of the family can really affect the mood of a holiday gathering, especially if everyone in the family knows that the one person who is missing is missing because they are sitting in jail. Let this not be your situation this holiday season and if you need answers […]
It’s important for you, as a citizen, to understand the difference between “reasonable suspicion” and “probable cause.” For you, it’s so you know your rights and protections. For the police, it’s what they rely on when deciding to make an arrest, conduct a search, for question a person. Reasonable suspicion is when officers have the […]
Everyone is preparing for El Nino by repairing their roofs and sealing up cracks. But have you considered reading up on driving tips for wet weather? A thing you might want to avoid is getting pulled over, getting in an accident, and/ or getting arrested in the middle of pouring rain. So, pay attention to […]
After filling out all sorts of forms and applications (universities, jobs, loans, credit cards, housing, etc.), you have definitely noticed the part where it asks if you have a criminal record and/ or have ever been arrested. Ever wonder how often they check, or what they can see on criminal records? ● Not everyone will […]
Consider this before you even start drinking tonight: that last $8 shot that you’re half hesitant on taking could end up costing you thousands. It could be the few ounces of alcohol that tips you past the legal BAC limit, which for California, is 0.08%. It could be the drink that causes you be pulled […]
One person’s arrest affects multiple other people. Having to deal with the situation is obviously tough and tiring. But perhaps the most painful strain would be that on the child or children the defendant has. Young kids won’t entirely comprehend the scope of the situation. They’re confused. But older children and teens (even adults) can […]