Over the past few years, bail reform has been a hot topic. Many people believe that the entire bail system needs to be rehauled. They believe that the current bail system in the United States makes it difficult for many people who are charged with relatively minor offenses to afford bail. As a result, they either lose their home and employment which means they are in an even worse situation by they are finally released. In other situations, desperation forces individuals who can’t afford jail to plead guilty or take unfair plea deals simply so they can get out.

While many people think bail reform would be a great idea, there are many others who have concerns. At this point, both sides appear to have reached a stalemate.

GPS tracking could provide the perfect middle ground. If a defendant agrees to wear a GPS tracking device while they wait for their case to be settled, a process that can take months, they could be released from jail without the court system relying on them to stay out of trouble and make their court dates.

The GPS system would allow the court to determine exactly where the person is at any point of the day or night. This makes it possible for them to know that the individual hasn’t violated their promise to not leave the jurisdiction, engage in criminal behavior, and not skip court dates.
It’s even probable that the GPS trackers will provide the defendant with some protection. If their every move is being monitored while they won’t have to worry about being falsely accused of being at the scene of a crime, harassing their alleged victims, or meeting with people they’re not supposed to associate with.

GPS trackers drastically decrease the number of failed court appearances both the court system and bail bond agencies deal with every single day. While the GPS unit doesn’t force the defendant to go to court, it does make it easier to pinpoint their exact location so they can explain their absence.

Current GPS tracking systems are lightweight, incredibly comfortable, and surprisingly cost-effective. Considering all the benefits connected to GPS tracking, it is reasonable to assume that an increasing number of judges will order that GPS tracking be used as a part of a suspect’s bail condition.

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Being out on bail doesn’t mean you’ve gotten a free ride and are once again able to do whatever you want. We would prefer it if you think of the time you’re out on a bail bond as an almost probationary run, a kind of test to see if you know how to control yourself and stay out of trouble.

The thing about being out on bail that some people don’t understand is that there are certain rules you have to follow. Failing to follow these rules will result in your bail getting revoked. If this happens, you’ll be arrested and it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to qualify for bail a second time.

The fact that you are out on bail means that at least a few of the local police know who you are. They will also know that there are certain things you simply shouldn’t be doing during this period of your life.

Here are the most common reasons people get arrested while they’re out on bail.

Engaging in Criminal Behavior

Breaking the law is always a bad idea, but breaking the law while you’re out on bail is even worse. One of the conditions of your bail was that you wouldn’t engage in criminal behavior. Just being in the same place that a crime has been recently committed could result in a revocation of your bail.

Associating with Criminal Elements

Hanging around people who have a criminal record isn’t a good way to avoid jail while you’re out on bail. If your best friend is a known criminal, it’s in your best interest to let them know that you have to avoid them until your case is settled.

Forgetting About Court

If you’re out on bail, you have to go to court. That’s the big rule. Breaking it will get you into so much trouble. Not only will you have a failure to appear on your record which will make it nearly impossible to ever qualify for bail in the future, but you also put us in a position where we have to find you and return you to jail.

In the long run, everyone will be happier if you attend all of your court appearances.

Hanging Around Your Alleged Victims

If there are victims connected to your current charges, you have to avoid those people. Not only will associating with your alleged victims cause you to be returned to jail, but it will also complicate your case and usually makes you look more guilty than if you’d given the alleged victims a wide berth.

Memphis Bail Bonds is a Tennessee bail bonds agency. Not only do we believe that everyone is entitled to bail, but we also believe in creating situations that make bail affordable which is why we have flexible, zero-interest bail bond payment options.

To learn how we can get you out of jail, simply call 615-544-0000. Free consultations are available 24/7!

Social media has a weird impact on our lives. We tend to think that we’re free to say anything we want on our social media accounts and that we never have to worry about the potential consequences of our words. As a result, we say things about people without realizing that those same words could come back to haunt you if the other person decides to file a slander lawsuit.

One of the reasons that so many people feel free to say whatever they want on social media is because they mistakenly believe that Freedom of Speech laws protect them. The truth is that while Freedom of Speech laws protects you from speaking your mind and being censored, they don’t provide you with the ability to spread horrible rumors about people and business, especially if you know there is no truth behind the rumors.

You also aren’t legally allowed to use social media in a deliberate smear campaign against a business or person.

In legal circles, the term social media defamation is used to refer to social media and slander situations. The biggest difference between a social media defamation case and a traditional slander case is that the social media cases usually involve written (and posted) statements. The terminology may change as more people post videos and live stream events.

If the person you spoke negatively about on social media channels believes that you were slandering them, they are legally within their rights to file a civil lawsuit against you. The financial reward they get if they win their case will depend on the amount of damage your comments did to their reputation and mental health.

In these situations, the burden of proof lies with both parties. The plaintiff has to prove that your social media comments were false and made with the intention of hurting them. If you want to win, you have to prove that you were reasonably certain that the comments you posted were the truth. Both sides often struggle to make their case.

If you’re named the defendant in a social media defamation civil lawsuit, don’t assume that you can simply delete the comments and pretend you never made them. Not only will the plaintiff likely have several witnesses that will validate their claim that you made slanderous social media posts, but it’s also likely that there are several screenshots of your post.

The best way to avoid a social media slander problem is to make sure that you can confirm every single thing you ever post.

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Most of us know that the police can’t simply walk into our homes and start searching it unless you’ve given them permission to do so, or if they’ve gone through the correct legal channels and acquired a warrant.

The same is true when it comes to arrests. While there are some exceptions, such as drunk driving, you usually can’t be arrested unless the police have an actual arrest warrant.

What you might not know is that there are both state/local arrest warrants and federal arrest warrants.

The biggest difference between a federal and state/local warrant is the law enforcement agency that is involved in your case.

If a federal warrant has been issued for your arrest, it means that you’re a suspect in a federal crime. To obtain a federal warrant, the agency working on the case must present a federal judge with sufficient evidence that you potentially committed the crime and that the crime is indeed a federal matter.

In some situations, trying to determine if a case is federal or state can be complicated. When this happens, a joint task force that consists of both federal agents and state officers is formed. The joint task force not only allows the different agencies to pool talent and resources but also makes it easier to obtain warrants.

How you should behave if there is a warrant for your arrest depends on how you learn about this information.

If you have heard (or suspect) that an arrest warrant has been issued, but the police haven’t actually knocked on your door, don’t even think about trying to run. Bolting will only make the situation worse.

The first thing you should do is contact a lawyer. Tell them what you know and ask for their advice. They will likely encourage you to turn yourself in. By contacting a lawyer before you’re formally arrested, you can keep them by your side throughout the entire process and make sure that none of your civil rights are violated.

Since the police aren’t currently hauling you to the police station, take a little time to get your personal affairs in order. This is a good time to contact a bail bonds agency and alert them that you’ll likely need a bail bond. If you have children or pets, take steps to make sure they’re properly cared for if you have to remain in jail for a few days. Lock up your home, and make your way to the police station.

If the police show up at your home with an arrest warrant, read the warrant and make sure all the information is accurate. If the information is accurate, calmly and quietly go with the officers. Don’t even think about trying to resist the arrest. Don’t answer any questions, take a plea deal, or discuss the case with anyone until your lawyer has arrived.

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One of the first things people want to know is if the charges they’re currently facing make it impossible to get out on bail. The good news is that most people are eligible for bail.

Alcohol-Related Offenses

It doesn’t matter if you’re charged with public intoxication, operating a bicycle while under the influence, or if you drove your sports car down the highway, if you’ve been charged with an alcohol-related offense, it’s highly likely that you’ll be granted bail.

While you’ll likely be granted bail, you still might not be able to get out of jail right away. It’s unlikely that you’ll be released until you’ve sobered up and are able to act in a rational manner. If you accidentally killed someone or if you have a long history of criminal behavior, it could impact the amount of bail needed before you’ll be released.

Drug Charges

In most cases, bail is granted for people who have been charged with drug-related offenses. The amount of bail required generally depends on your criminal history, the type and amount of drugs you were in possession of at the time of your arrest, if you were dealing, if you were manufacturing, and if you’re facing additional charges.

If a judge feels that your situation indicates that you’ll continue to commit drug-related crimes once you’re released from jail, they could deny bail.

Assault Charges

Assault charges and bail can be complicated. One of the things that will be considered is if the assault was a “heat of the moment” thing and therefore unlikely to happen while you’re out on bail, or if you have a history of violent behavior. Another thing that will be considered is if anyone was hurt during the incident.

Getting granted bail after you’ve been charged with assault will often hinge on your ability to prove that you’re not naturally a violent person, that you will stay away from your alleged victim, and that you can avoid the circumstances that led to the original assault charge.

Murder Charges

Murder and Tennessee bail is a complicated situation and it usually depends on a judge. Finding out whether you’ll be granted bail and how much that bail is will depend on what happens during a bail hearing. Based on the circumstances surrounding the murder charges, your history, and your connection to the community, a judge will determine if you’re a good candidate for bail and how much that bail should be.

Don’t assume that just because the amount of bail you need is more than you can afford that you’ll have to stay in jail. There is another option.

The best way to find out if Memphis Bail Bonds is right for you is via our obligation-free consultation.

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One of the great things about the American justice system is that we have a bail system that enables most people to be released from jail before their case has been concluded. If you don’t have enough money to cover the bail yourself, you can take advantage of a bail bond.

We’re frequently contacted by people who’ve been arrested on a federal charge who want us to post a bail bond. Sadly, when the case involves federal charges, there’s nothing we can do to help. The way the Federal judicial system is currently set up, anyone who is charged with a federal crime they have to appear before a federal magistrate for a process that’s called a Detention Hearing within three days of their arrest.

The purpose of the Detention Hearing isn’t to determine if you’re guilty or innocent. Its purpose is to decide if you have to remain in jail while the results of your case are determined (something that will, at the least, take months) or if you should be released from police custody.

During the Detention Hearing, the judge will look at the results of a pre-trial interview you had with a Federal officer. The judge uses the information to learn about your family, the nature of the charges, your criminal background, current employment, and even your education. Based on this information, they will determine if you should remain in custody. If they think you can be trusted to stay out of trouble and attend all of your court dates, they will likely say you can go home provided you’re willing to meet some conditions they place on you.

Most federal magistrates are reluctant to release anyone who is charged with a federal crime unless that person is willing to give up something in return. The first thing the judge will likely ask for is your passport so that they know you won’t be tempted to leave the country.

Other stipulations that are often placed on individuals who have been charged with a federal crime include:

• Wearing an electronic tracking device
• Temporarily surrendering all firearms
• Agreeing to avoid certain people/locations/situations
• Abstaining from drugs and possibly alcohol
• Agreeing to a curfew
• Staying gainfully employed
• Submitting to a mental health evaluation.

While we can’t help you out if you’re charged with a federal crime, we can provide bail bonds to individuals who have been charged with a state or local crime. Here are at Memphis Bail Bonds we offer discounts to veterans, have zero-interest payments, and always provide excellent customer service.

No matter what time of the day or night it is, feel free to call 615-544-0000 for an obligation-free consultation. We’re available 24/7!

We’ve lost count of the number of times a client has asked us when we’ll return their money to them. We understand why we get asked this question all the time.

One of the great things about bail is that once your case reaches its conclusion, you get the money back. What some people don’t fully understand is that the money is only returned to you if you posted a cash bail, which means you either paid the entire bail from your account or you convinced a loved one to front you the money.

The fact that you turned to Memphis Bail Bonds means that you didn’t have the funds needed for cash bail. We do things differently. We post a bail bond. Essentially, we post the entire price of your bail, but we don’t do this for free. Before we post the bail bond, we require that you pay us 10% of whatever your bail was set at. This is our fee. You won’t get it back.

Even though you won’t get any money back from Memphis Bail Bonds, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t turn to us when you need help covering your bail. We’re the best and most reliable bail bonds agencies in Tennessee. Since we understand exactly how tight money can be, we’ve made every effort to make bail as affordable as possible.

We provide zero percent interest on our flexible payment plans, which makes bail even more feasible for most people. Best of all, we provide outstanding customer service.

When you turn to Memphis Bail Bonds, you can rest assured that all of your questions will be answered, we’ll post the bail bond as soon as you’ve signed our bail bond contract, and we’ll treat you with the respect you deserve.

We strongly urge you to learn as much about the Tennessee bail bonds program as you can. We provide everyone with a free consultation during which we’ll not only provide an in-depth explanation about how bail bonds work but also answer any questions you have.

We’re available 24/7 so contact us as soon as you realize that you need help making bail.

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Most of us know that a bail bond is something that exists so that you can work and spend time with your family while you wait for your criminal case to make its way through the incredibly slow legal process. But what happens if you’re arrested in a state that’s not your home state? Are you still eligible for a bail bond?

Getting arrested in a state that isn’t your home state is complicated, which is why you should try to stay out of trouble while you’re traveling. Sadly, sometimes staying out of trouble simply isn’t possible. And, even more sadly, some people are falsely accused while they’re traveling.

If you’re not a resident of Tennessee when you’re arrested, you’ll likely have to attend a bail hearing. The judge will look at the charges, explore your history, and try to decide if they think you’ll return to Tennessee for your appointed court dates. If they think you will, they’ll likely grant bail.

Great! One hurdle handled. But if you can’t afford to pay your bail, how are you supposed to get released?

Your best option for getting a bail bond in your situation is finding a bail bonds agency that is willing to take on something that’s called a transfer bond.

Getting a transfer bond takes a little more time than a traditional bail bond and it involves using two bail bond agencies as opposed to one. What you’ll have to do is find a bail bonds agency in both Tennessee and your home state who are willing to work together. You should also be prepared to owe the agencies a little more money since, in addition to your 10% fee, you’ll also have to pay a Transfer Bond Execution Fee which generally costs between $50 and $100.

The good news is that apart from paying a little more and finding two bail bond agencies that are willing to work together to make the transfer bond work, from your side of things there is very little difference on how the process works. The two bail bond agencies handle all the paperwork and maneuvering of funds. Once all that’s taken care of, the Tennessee agency handles the paperwork and gets you released from jail.

When you find yourself in need of a Tennessee bail bond, you can’t go wrong with Memphis Bail Bonds. We’re home to the zero percent interest bail bonds and the free consultation.

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No matter what happens in life, times keeps moving forward. Normally this is a very welcome experience. No matter what happens, you can always count on things moving on. If you had a bad day today, there is always tomorrow. However, this does become a bit of a problem if you are trapped in a bad situation, such as being stuck behind bars.

You will eventually get out of jail, however the lives of all of the people that you care about will have moved on without you. It is very easy for an arrested individual to get left behind. When someone is stuck behind bars, they miss out on so many different and important opportunities with family members and friends.

That is why a person wants to get out of jail as quickly as they possibly can. They don’t want to miss a child’s baseball game, or a friend’s milestone birthday. The best way to get out of jail quickly is by posting bail with Memphis Bail Bonds. We know how to handle it quickly.

Our agents are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They will get started working for you the moment you talk to them and will not rest until they have secured your loved one’s release from jail.

Life waits for no one, even if they are in jail. Don’t let someone you care about miss out on their life because he or she was stuck behind bars. You can bail him or her out of jail today by contacting Memphis Bail Bonds. We will work quickly to get your loved one back home in no time at all.

You can talk to one of our agents at any time by calling 615-544-0000.

One of the best things about social media sites like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter is the ability to quickly post all of your photos so that your friends and family can admire them.

Those same pictures can also make you an easy and attractive target to anyone who is looking for a home to break into.

The problem with posting vacation pictures on your social media account is that if you’re posting those pictures while you’re still on vacation, you are literally telling any would-be burglar that your house is standing empty. This is especially true if you happen to answer a question about how long you’re going to be gone.

Don’t assume that posting vacation pictures is the only way you can get into trouble. The same is true if you make a comment about waiting for a flight, discuss an out-of-town business trip, or even a routine lunch date. Most importantly, don’t take advantage of the option some social media sites provide allow you to share your precise location with all of your friends and family.

Most people feel comfortable sharing vacation photos on social media accounts because they reason that they are all friends and that their friends would never steal from them. But take a moment to go through your current friend’s list. How many of those people do you really know and how many are people who you’ve simply met a few times at different events or through other friends?

The first thing you should do is change your account settings so that the only people who can see your posts are your friends and family. If you also use social media for a business, then create a separate account for your business and make sure you don’t include any of your travel plans on it.

The next thing you need to do is refrain from sharing information about vacation plans, weekend getaways, and more on social media. When it comes to posting the pictures, wait until you get home. When you do decide it’s time to post those holiday snaps, make it very clear that you’re already home and that life has returned to normal.

Don’t assume that just because you’re not actively posting your vacation photos while you’re away from home that you don’t have to worry. Make it very clear to anyone you’re traveling with that you don’t want to be tagged in any of their vacation photos.

Feel free to call 615-544-0000 for an obligation-free bail consultation. We’re available 24/7.