Overcrowding of our nation’s jails and prisons has been a major topic of conversation for more than two decades. Part of the efforts to reduce the number of people incarcerated in short- and long-term detention facilities has been the introduction and expansion of electronic monitoring options. These electronic monitors, usually in the form of an […]
5 Questions You Should Ask Your Bail Bondsman
After an arrest, most defendants’ primary consideration is getting out of jail. Once bail has been paid or a bond signed, the defendant is free to go and can continue going about their life and start preparing their defense against the charges that have been levied. Often, in their haste to get out of jail […]
Tips for Choosing the Right Bail Bondsman
If you or a loved one has been arrested, you’re likely experiencing a challenging and emotional time. Securing release from jail is a top priority, and – depending on the jurisdiction – you may have several different bonding companies to choose from. You probably won’t want to spend much time shopping around, but if you […]
6 Things to Know About the Bibb County Jail
If someone you know has been arrested or convicted of a crime in Bibb County, they may be detained at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center (LEC). The LEC contains two separate corrections facilities: the Bibb County Corrections Unit, or Bibb County Jail, and the Detention Center, a community-service and work-release facility. If the detainee […]
Bail vs. Bond: What’s the Difference?
Contrary to popular belief, the justice system has no desire to keep most defendants locked away in jail until their trial date. Keeping a defendant in detention until their trial contributes to overcrowding and costs significant taxpayer money. Additionally, keeping someone in jail while they await a trial makes it more challenging for them to […]
How Do Bail Bonds Work?
Dealing with an arrest is a stressful, potentially traumatic experience. If it’s the defendant’s first encounter with the criminal justice system, it’s even more overwhelming. Working through the legal processes that follow an arrest is complicated enough without being compounded by being confined in jail. A defendant’s first priority after an arrest is to secure […]