What To Do When You Have Been Arrested

It's not something we ever wish on ourselves or our loved ones, but being arrested is a possibility, whether you've been wrongfully accused or not. If this is your first arrest, you might be feeling confused about happens next. Follow these steps to make sure you will have the best possible outcome moving forward.

How To Prepare

When being arrested, know you have the right to remain silent. If you choose to talk to the police, that information can be used against you during your hearing.

Once you have been booked, you will be allowed to make a phone call. Memorize important numbers, such as your immediate family and lawyer's. If you have children or pets, have a trusted person on hand to take care of them. If you don't have a lawyer or cannot afford one, you will be given a public defender.

Bail

Depending on the circumstances of the arrest, you will be released or held on bail. A judge will often decide on a bail amount depending on the severity of the crime and how likely they think you will be to show up to your future court appearances.

Sometimes, the bail amount is low and you will be able to pay it right away at the courthouse. If it is higher than you can afford, a bail bond service can step in. A bail bond service will agree to pay the court the full amount of the bail if you don't show up to your future court appearances. In exchange, you will pay the bail bond service 10 percent of the total bail, or $100 if your bail is only set at $1,000.

If you or a loved one has found yourself in need of a bail bond in Panama City, Florida, or the surrounding areas, contact Steele Boys' Bail Bonds. We offer quick and professional service.

Trial

Make sure you appear at all of your scheduled trials and court appearances. If you miss any, a warrant could be made for your arrest. Always stay in contact with your defense attorney if there is ever a chance you will miss an appearance.

If you need a bail bond, be sure to get in touch with a reputable bail bond agent. For bail bonds in Panama City, Bay County, and throughout Florida, contact the experts at Steele Boys' Bail Bonds at (850) 403-0214. Steele Boys' Bail Bonds provides 24/7 bail bonds in Panama City. Give us a call today with any questions about the bail-posting process!

Steele Boys' Bail Bonds Blog
Posted: July 3, 2021

Written and Published By MORBiZ