The DUI Holiday Season

Holiday DUIThe holidays are commonly referred to as “DUI Season” by police and legal officials. There are more DUI/DWI related arrests during Thanksgiving’s 4-day weekend and New Year’s Eve than any other holiday.

While drunk driving is prominent during the holidays, it still affects lives all over the country, throughout the entire year. More individuals are being arrested for DUI/DWI charges than anything else, especially in North Carolina.

The ramifications of drunk driving are life-changing. And for those that happen to be repeat offenders, the consequences are even worse. Repeat offenders and some first-timers (depending on the severity of the charge and if there are multiple charges with the DUI) will wait in jail until they meet a judge to determine their sentence. To avoid being in jail during this time, individuals can call for a bail bond, which would allow them to spend the time before sentencing with their family and friends in the comfort of their own home.

DUI/DWI’s are serious charges and should not be taken lightly. But you also should not spend time in jail that would not count towards your sentence.

Bail for DUI

If you, or someone you know are in need of a bail bond in Raleigh for a DUI charge, call Holmes Bail Bonding at 919-438-1295. Their bondsmen in Raleigh are available 24/7 and 365 days a year, including holidays!

Bail Bonds: A Family Experience

Getting arrested can be a scary experience. Adding the possibility of spending time in jail can be even scarier. It’s not only yourself and your future that is on the line, but also your family, children, and friends too.

Raleigh Family Services

Bail bonds offer arrested individuals awaiting their trial and sentence an opportunity to spend time with their family and friends. For some individuals, their employment is the only source of income for their family. Utilizing a bail bond will allow that individual to continue working and save money for their family if they have to go to jail. It also gives the family time to adjust their lives. They will have to find a new source of income and acclimate to living without their family member/friend.

Individuals awaiting their arraignment could spend an indefinite amount of time in jail just waiting to see a judge. Getting a bail bond would allow that person the opportunity to spend that time in their own home, with modern luxuries that are not available to those in jail.

In addition, jails are overly crowded these days. States are having a hard time finding room for people just waiting for their arraignment. A bail bond provides a solution to the overcrowded issue while still holding the individual responsible for their appearance in court and their actions.

Bondsmen in Raleigh

If you, or someone you know are in need of a bail bond in Raleigh or any of the surrounding cities, call Holmes Bail Bonding at 919-438-1295. Their highly trained and reliable staff will assist you while going through this difficult time.

What are Bail Bonds?

Arrested Need Bail in RaleighHave you or someone you know been arrested? Is their bail more than you can afford? A bail bond could be the answer you are looking for.

A bail bond, also known as a surety bond, is a contractual agreement between an arrested individual and a bail bondsman. The bail bondsman agrees to post the full bail amount to the court should the defendant not appear for their appointed court date. A bondsman will accept these terms in exchange for a small premium from the defendant, or in some cases their friends, family or attorney. Should the defendant not appear for their scheduled court date, the bond is said to be in default with the bondsman forfeiting the bail posted.

Raleigh Bail Bond Process

Before taking on a case, a bondsman goes through a simple questionnaire to get basic information about the defendant and the case. After agreeing to take on the case, bail bondsmen will request a formal interview to ask more in-depth questions surrounding the individual and their criminal history. These questions typically range from where the defendant works, where they hang out, who they are friends with, to more involved questions regarding the criminal incident.

Bondsmen also enlist the help of the defendants friends, family and co-workers to ensure the individual makes it to their court date. By keeping them involved, the defendant will fully understand the importance of going to court and keeping their promise to the bail bondman.

Bail bonds are available so defendants can spend the time before their court appearance working or spending time with their friends and family. It also helps the jail system keep from being flooded with individuals awaiting court dates.

Bondsmen in Raleigh

If you, or someone you know are in need of a bail bond in Raleigh or any of the surrounding cities, call Holmes Bail Bonding at 919-438-1295. Their highly trained and reliable staff will assist you while going through this difficult time.