Considering the current state of affairs in our country regarding police and public relations, Holmes Bail Bonding wanted to offer some tips on ways to conduct yourself when encountering the police.

What would you do if you were confronted by the police? Do you know what your rights are? How should you behave in order to best protect yourself?

The police are charged with enforcing laws and maintaining public safety; but as a citizen it is up to you to understand your rights and responsibilities should you ever find yourself in a police situation.

Ways to Avoid Conflict with the Police

Stay Calm

The MOST important thing to remember is to stay calm!

No matter how mad or wrongly accused you may feel, you MUST keep your emotions under control. Anger or defiance are the fastest ways to escalate any police situation and set yourself up for potentially serious trouble.

Stay Silent

You hear it all the time in the movies: “You have the right to remain silent!”

Whether you are being questioned, detained, arrested or anything in between, you are not required to answer any questions the police may ask you.  Clearly and firmly state “I am exercising my right to remain silent.”

And then be (and stay) silent.

Do not give explanations or excuses or arguments. The less you say to the police, the better off you will be. Remember, what you say can and WILL be used against you in court.

Note: in North Carolina you have no legal obligation to give your name when asked by the police UNLESS you are driving a vehicle. Then you must produce your license and registration if asked.

Ask the Right Questions       

If you do choose to speak, make sure you are only asking the right questions (again, remember to speak calmly and respectfully).

• You are allowed to ask for an officer’s official identification.
• If an officer says they have a warrant, you are allowed to ask to see it.
• You are allowed to ask if you are being detained, or if you are free to go.

If you are arrested, ask for a lawyer IMMEDIATELY.

Do not answer ANY questions or provide ANY information beyond your name and address. Exercise your right to remain silent and speak ONLY to and through a lawyer, no matter how much the police might question you.  And of course, stay calm!

Police Encounter Quick Tips

What not to do

• Do not argue with or insult the officer
• Do not run
• Do not touch the officer
• Do not interfere with or obstruct the police
• Do not resist (even if you believe you are innocent)
• Do not lie or talk about the incident
• Do not say or sign anything, or make any decisions without a lawyer

What to do

• Remain calm and be polite
• Ask to see the officer’s official identification if not clearly visible
• Exercise your right to remain silent
• It is your right to refuse requests to search yourself, your car, or your home
• Keep your hands where the police can see them; limit your movements
• Try to remember the officer’s name and badge number, if possible
• Pay attention to the details of the encounter (time, location, etc.)

Remember, if you are arrested the only thing you should say is “I exercise my right to remain silent. I wish to speak to a lawyer.”

Bail Bonds Services in Raleigh

Should you find yourself or a loved one facing criminal charges, Holmes Bail Bonding is here to help. Most people only have the smallest notion of what to do if an individual is arrested, let alone what happens once a bond is set and made mandatory for the release of a loved one.

If this is you, contact our Raleigh bail bonds team right away. CALL 919.438.1295

So you were arrested and are about to go to jail. It’s no worries though, because as soon as you get to jail your judge will set a bail and you will be free to go. Now a bail for those who are unfamiliar, is a form of payment that allows a suspect to get out of jail under the premise that the suspect will return to jail on the given court time.

How Raleigh Bail is set?

Judges are responsible for setting your bail, no one else. Because most people want to get out of jail immediately most jails throughout the United States have standard bail levels that are set depending on the crime. This allows an arrested individual to make bail who would normally have to wait for a judge who is otherwise preoccupied. If a suspect wants to post bail but can’t afford it however, he or she does have the ability to ask for a reduction of the bail. This usually leads to a bail hearing or bail being postponed until when the suspect makes it to court for the first time. It’s important to note that that the eighth amendment specifically states that the judge and/or court cannot set excessive bonds that are outside of people’s ability to pay for it. However over the years many judges have not followed this rule and have thrown unreasonable bail options out there.

Are there refunds?

The defendant and any indemnitor (co-signer(s)) are responsible to the bail service provider for the premium and any fees or additional expenses incurred by the bail service provider on their behalf. These monies are earned at the time the defendant is released from custody and therefore not subject to return. The bail service provider must charge the premium rate that meets the requirements of the Department of Insurance standards and the premium is not refundable once the defendant is released. This is the case even if the defendant is found innocent, the case is dismissed or the defendant is placed back into custody for another offense.

Looking for a bail bonds specialist?

If you are looking for a Raleigh bail bonds specialist, look no further than the Raleigh bail bonds team at Holmes Bail Bonding. Their talented bail bonding team can help you with all of your Wake county bail bond needs. For more information about them please give them a call at 919-438-1295 or submit a message through their contact form.

Have you been arrested recently?  If so it’s not the end of the world.  Our team at Holmes Bail bonding can help you with all of your Raleigh bail bonding needs and help you regain your life.

Now we might get a bad wrap as Bail Bondsman, but we know the following about our clients:

• You are not guilty until convicted.
• We all make mistakes.
• Everyone has different circumstances.

That’s why at Holmes Bail Bonding, we offer bail bonding options that are specifically designed to meet your needs. We understand that every person is different and yes, mistakes our made… but most importantly we know that you are innocent until proven guilty.  That’s why every Raleigh bail bond that we offer is designed to specifically help you and your loved ones get out of jail, no matter your economic condition.

If you have been arrested DO NOT WORRY!  Things happen and people learn. No matter your circumstance, freaking out will only make matters worse, so it’s always important to take a deep breath and just exhale.

If you are looking for a Raleigh bail bondsman, look no further than Holmes Bail Bonding

Raleigh bail bonds are no problem as long as Holmes Bail Bonding is involved. Our team of bail bondsman can help you with almost every bail bonding problem. Contact Holmes Bail Bonding today for your bail bonding needs at 919-438-1295 or leave us your information via our submission form.

Bail Bonds often get a bad wrap, but did you know that they are not the only type of bond available.

Depending on your situation a bail bondsman might be able to have bonds available to help you with your situation.

The four most common types of bail bonds include:

Criminal Bonds: This is the most typical kind of bond, when you think of bail bonds. This is a bond that is typically used when someone has been accused of a criminal offense.

Federal Bonds: These bonds usually involve a person who has been arrested for a federal charge or interstate crime, and include a federal offense.  These kind of crimes usually include vandalizing federal property, federal property damage, or crimes that happen across other state lines.

Property bonds: Property bonds involve the process of someone putting property up for collateral, to help a relative or loved one who is in jail.

Surety Bonds: Surety bonds are bonds, that are used when a person who guarantees another’s debt will be paid, in case of nonpayment. This usually becomes complex, and contracts and interviews are drawn up.

As you can tell there are a variety of North Carolina bail bonds available to meet your needs, no matter the situation.

Looking for a North Carolina Bail Bondsman, who has your needs in order?

If you’re looking for a North Carolina bail bonds, look no further than the bail bonds experts at Holmes Bail Bonding. Our team of Asheville Bail Bond Agents and New Bern Bail Bond agents cover the entire area of North Carolina. With offices in Asheville, Raleigh, New Bern, and Kinston, it’s no wonder we are the #1 bail bondsman team in North Carolina.  For more information about our services give us a call at 919-438-1295 or submit your questions to us online.