Frequently Asked Questions
How do bail bonds at BigGreen work?
In most cases, a person arrested for criminal charges can get out of jail before their court date. However, to make sure they appear for their court date, the judge will usually set a bail amount to pay. The court will return the full bail amount to the defendant at the end of the legal proceedings as long as the person attends all court dates.
Unfortunately, most people can’t afford the full bail amount. Instead, they pay a bail bonds company a small percentage of the full bond amount. At BigGreen Bail Bonds, the cost is usually about 10% of the total bond amount. After that, the bondsman will post bail for you and get you out of jail.
How does a judge determine the bail amount?
A judge may consider several factors when deciding the bond amount. Typically, the factors considered are those outlined in Texas Code of Criminal Procedure 17.15 including the nature and degree of the offense alleged and the defendant’s criminal history.
However, in setting the amount of bail, the Judge may also consider:
● The accused's work record
● The accused's family and community ties
● The accused's length of residency
● The accused's prior criminal record
● The accused's conformity with previous bond conditions
● The existence of outstanding bonds, if any
● Aggravating circumstances alleged to have been involved in the charged offense.
Cited from Maldonado v. State, 999 S.W.2d 91, 93 (Tex. App.--Houston [14th Dist.] 1999, pet. ref'd) (citing Ex parte Rubac, 611 S.W.2d 848, 849-50 (Tex. Crim. App. [Panel Op.] 1981)).
Why choose BigGreen Bail Bonds?
We’re Affordable. Our bail amounts are usually set at about 10% of the total bail amount. If you can't afford it, we offer special financing for qualified applicants.
We’re confidential. Our bail bonds services are professional, private, and discrete.
We’re qualified. As experienced lawyers, we understand Texas law as well as the bail system and can get you out of jail fast.
Does BigGreen Bail Bonds take collateral?
Yes! You can use a vehicle, real estate, or some other valuable piece of property as collateral.
How long will it take to get out of jail?
We post bail immediately. After that, many people are released from jail within a few hours. In some cases, it may take more time.
What if I can’t afford to pay for a bail bond?
If you are unable to afford the bail bond amount, we offer financing options to qualified applicants.
Does BigGreen Bail Bonds have a Spanish speaker available?
Yes, we have Spanish speakers on staff so that we can serve our Hispanic and Latino customers.
Do I need a co-signer for a bail bond?
Most of the time, paying a bail bond requires a co-signer. This guarantees that someone will pay the bail amount if the defendant does not appear in court.
Additional questions?
If you have any additional questions about our bail bonds services in Kaufman County, Van Zandt County, Smith County or Rusk County, contact us today.
How much does a bail bond cost?
At BigGreen Bail Bonds, our bail bonds usually cost about 10% of the full bond amount. We also offer special financing for qualified applicants.
