​STONE MOUNTAIN BAIL BONDS

Before You Call

 

 

 

When a friend or loved one is incarcerated, it can be a very troubling event.  There are a few simple steps that you can take to ensure the transition to release is more seamless and less stressful for you.  As a general rule, most bondsmen will require money prior to the release of a defendant.  This money is the "bail" that you will post for their release.  The agreement that the defendant makes with the bondsman is the "bond".  In addition to the money, otherwise known as the "premium", depending on the amount of the bond and other factors, the bondsman may require "collateral".  Collateral can consist of many different things.  For instance, money, property or a written promise from the defendant to appear in court.  It's important to note that by law, any money given as collateral, must be deposited in a non-interest bearing checking account and cannot be used by the bondsman in any way except to pay the bond in the event of a forfeiture.  Any collateral taken by the bondsman must be returned to the defendant or the cosigner upon the disposal of the case.  Most bondsman will also require someone to co-sign for the defendant when they are released.  Stone Mountain Bail Bonds requires the cosigner to be gainfully employed and preferably a family member of the defendant. The following list consists of questions you will be asked when you call.   Knowing the answers prior to calling will help expedite the screening process.

 

 

• What is the defendants full name?

• How old is the defendant?

• How long have they been in jail?

• Is there a family member who is willing to co-sign for their release?

• Does the defendant have other court cases pending?

• Is the defendant on probation?

 

 

I will answer all of your questions as I am sure you will have many.

 

 

 

​