BAIL BONDS 101
defendant misses any of their appointments or is late. This can include being late because someone reassigned the courtroom without telling you — or for even going to the bathroom at the wrong time. Some judges can go easy on these mistakes, but others are strict.
for a bail bond, or pay the bail in full. A bond agent is an individual who will provide a surety bond that pays for the defendant to be released from jail until their court date. They also agree to ensure that the defendant will appear on all of their court dates. The agency or corporation you’re getting your bail bond from can charge up to 10% of the bail amount upfront for their services and charge any additional fees. You’re entitled to bail unless you were charged with a crime that carries a life sentence or violated your probation.
COLLATERAL CAN BE USED AS BAIL MONEY.
If you’re having trouble collecting money to reach the bail amount, you can use some of your personal items as collateral, such as your house, land, jewelry, and even cars. This can be viewed as a type of credit or a loan to ensure the person appears in court. However, make sure to consult your attorney before jumping to these measures. If you have a loved one in jail awaiting bail, allow your friends at the Law Office of Matthew Konecky to help! We can assist you in asking the court to reduce the amount of bail or release them on their own recognizance. Please give us a call at 561.671.5995.
When someone is arrested, bail is set with the amount of money in order to get them out of jail. In Florida, bail is determined by the crime that has been committed. If the bail is too high, you can find yourself searching for bail bonds. But what exactly is a bail bond, and what does it include?
CASH BAIL ISN’T ALWAYS THE BEST IDEA.
If you use cash to pay for someone’s bail, you’re trusting that they will go to their court hearings and complete all of their obligations. Your bail will be forfeited if the
Once bail is set, the defendant can either remain in jail until their court hearing, arrange
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Cooking With Ashley
Root Vegetable Buddha Bowls
Ingredients
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8 cups root vegetables of your choice, chopped
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1/2 cup hummus
4 handfuls baby kale 2 small avocados, sliced
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2 tsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
Balsamic glaze
1/4 tsp black pepper 2 cups quinoa, cooked
Optional: Garnishes of your choice (lemon juice, fresh herbs, etc.)
Directions
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Preheat oven to 400 F.
2. On a large sheet pan, toss root vegetables in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly and roast until fork tender, about 40 minutes, stirring and flipping halfway through. 3. In a serving bowl, layer 1/2 cup warm quinoa with 2 cups root vegetables, 2 tbsp hummus, 1 handful of baby kale, and 1/2 an avocado. Repeat for the three remaining bowls, drizzle with balsamic glaze and any other desired toppings, then serve and enjoy! (If you don’t want individual bowls, you can mix everything together into a salad!)
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