Tag Archives: bail amount

Can Bail Ever Be Lowered?

It is not often a judge will lower a bail amount after it has been formally announced, but every now and then it does happen. It happened recently for an Orange County, CA man: Henry Rodriguez. Rodriguez was arrested in 1998 for double murder and his bail was set at $1 million. Today, he is […]

Petty Theft Versus Grand Theft

Shoplifting is a serious crime yet 1 in 11 Americans do so anyway. Shoplifting is classified into two categories: petty theft and grand theft. Here is the difference between the two: Petty Theft Petty theft is property and goods stolen that is worth less than $950. This is often charged as a misdemeanor and if […]

3 Bail Bond Store Myths, Debunked

There is always so much talk around the most gossipy issues, including bail bonds because they involve intriguing court cases for the public, and private matters for those involved. Plus, what you see on television shows and movies aren’t always accurate. So, here are 3 common bail bond myths, debunked! 1. Myth #1: Bail agents […]