Posting bail promptly ensures your loved one can get out of jail quickly and with a minimum amount of stress and hassle. Not only does this alleviate much of the anxiety surrounding the arrest, but it allows your loved one to return to their normal life that much faster; they can go back to work, surround themselves with supportive family members and friends, and start building a legal defense against the charges they're facing. Below are a few tips to help you expedite the bail bond process.

How to Post Bail Quickly

1. Have All Important Information on Hand

Provide the bail bondsmen with information about your loved one, including their full name, Social Security number, and the jail where they are being held. You also need to know the reason for the arrest and what they've been accused of or charged with. Have these details ready to give the bond agent when you call or stop by.

2. Contact a Bail Bond Agent Right Away

Once the agent posts bail, there is an administrative process that takes place before the suspect can be released. This is entirely in the hands of law enforcement and can take some time to process. Therefore, start the ball rolling as soon as possible and contact the agent immediately after learning of the arrest. Don't worry about having all the answers. The agent knows what to do, will answer your questions, and will guide you through the process.

3. Know the Bail Schedule

It can be helpful to have some idea of how much the bail is going to be. For most crimes, bail is determined based on a schedule, which is a list of preset amounts suspects are required to pay. In general, the more serious the nature of the crime, the higher the amount listed on the bail schedule. Your bail bondsman will have this information, or you can contact the county court directly and request the schedule.

When you need to post bail, trust the professionals at Bob Shropshire Bail Bonds. Serving the Cincinnati, OH, area, they are available 24/7 and offer affordable bail bonds and flexible repayment plans. They are committed to the freedom, security, and future of each client. Call (513) 721-3915 or visit them online to start the process.