Life can get hard and lead to mistakes being made that are not regretted until it leads to getting arrested. For example, an unemployed parent might decide to steal groceries in a desperate attempt to feed his or her children. Not only do many criminals regret committing the crime after an arrest is made, but they feel desperate to get out of jail. If you know someone who is desperate to get out of jail and you do not have the funds to bail him or her out, there is still hope. Making a phone call to a bail bonds agent is the fastest way to help your friend or family member get out of jail.

What Is Needed When Making a Call?

When you call a bail bonds agent to get your loved one out of jail, he or she will ask a few questions. For example, the agent will ask for the name of the person who is locked behind bars. Make sure you provide the full legal name, as it is the name that will be in the computer system at the jailhouse. You will also be asked for the booking number, so call the jail to get the information if you do not know what it is. Keep in mind that you might have to visit the agent in person as well, such as to sign documents unless they can be faxed to you.

Will an Arrestee Need a Co-Signer?

If you decide to help your loved one get out of jail via the help of a bail bonds agent, you will also become the co-signer. However, you can ask someone else to co-sign the documents if you do not desire to do so. The reason a co-signer is needed is to give the bail bonds agent the security that the money will be paid back. For example, if the arrestee decides that he or she does not want to go to court and risk going back to jail, he or she might go into hiding. The bond amount must be repaid in such a case, and an arrest warrant will be issued.

Does a Co-Signer Have Any Rights?

A co-signer does have rights after signing documents to help someone get out of jail. For example, if the co-signer finds out that the released arrestee intends to skip town, he or she can have the person arrested. A co-signer also has the right to sue the other party if he or she fails to follow the rules and causes the bond amount to be owed. Ask the bail bonds agent about your rights if you decide to help your loved one get out of jail. 

For more info about bail bonds, contact a local company.