Jumping bail is a term that’s used whenever someone decides to flee while they’re out on a bail bond rather than report to court and face the legal consequences of their alleged actions. If you have paid bail all by yourself without the help of a bail bonds agency, the local court gets to decide how to handle your situation.

If you turned to Memphis Bail Bonds and we posted a bail bond in order to secure our release from jail, we have a financial stake in your case. Since the only we get our money back is if you appear in court and are either exonerated or convicted, we have a policy for making sure everyone, including people who think they can get away with jumping bail, reports to court.

The thing about jumping bail is that it seldom accomplishes anything. We have the tools and resources needed to find you and we will bring you back to jail. Not only will you still have to appear in court for the original charges, but you now also have the additional charge of failure to appear which means additional jail time or fees. The other issue is that you now have a record as a bail jumper which means it’s unlikely that any other bail agency will be willing to post a bail bond for you so you’ll have to stay in jail until your case has made its way through the court system, which could take months.

If you’re thinking about jumping bail, we strongly advise you to reconsider.

We do understand that there are times when you simply can’t make a court appointment. The most common, legitimate reason for failing to appear in court is because you’re suffering from ill health or you’ve run into transportation problems. We understand that things happen.

If there’s a legitimate reason why you can’t make it to your scheduled court date, you should contact us as soon as the problem arises. We’ll do everything we can to help you resolve the issue. By contacting us, you prove that you’re not trying to jump bail and that you’re doing everything in your power to honor the terms of the bail bond contract you signed.

We’re available 24/7, both when you find yourself in need of a bail bond and when you find out that you’re going to have to miss a scheduled court appearance. We’re easy to get in touch with, we never make hasty judgments about you, and we’ll always handle your case with courtesy and discretion.

The sooner you contact us for a free bail bond consultation, the sooner we can arrange for you to be released from jail.

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When a person is suddenly thrust into a new experience, they can have trouble finding their footing. This is especially true in areas that have a lot of unique wording and terms that aren’t used in day to day life. For instance, people who have suddenly found themselves needing to bail someone out of jail. They are experiencing something new, and can be easily intimidated by many of the different terms.

The bail bond industry has several terms that are not used in day to day life. This means it can be difficult for some people to understand what is going on with their loved one’s arrest. In order to make things easier, here is a quick list of some of the more commonly used terms in the bail industry.
• Bail: This is the money that is owed to the court in order for a person to be released from jail.
• Bail Agent: This is a licensed individual who can post bail on other people’s behalf.
• Bail Bond: This is an agreement between a bail agent and their client. The bail agent will pay the full amount of the bail to the jail and the client will pay 10% of the bail amount to the agent for their services.
• Bail Bondsman: This is another term for bail agent.
• Co-signer: A person or multiple persons who are willing to sign the contract for the bail bond. They take responsibility of making sure payments are made and that their loved one goes to all court appointments.
• Collateral: An item of value that is pledged and will be claimed by the bail bond company if payments are not made on time.
• Defendant: The person who was arrested.
• Immigration Bond: This is a special type of bond that is used when dealing with immigration. It requires an agent with a special license since immigration is regulated at the federal level, not the state level. Memphis Bail Bonds does not handle immigration bonds.
• Indemnitor: The person or people who are posting the bail.
These terms can be confusing or intimidating, especially when they are all presented to a person at the same time. However, as you can see, they aren’t that scary at all.

If you have any other questions about the bail bond process, don’t hesitate to talk to one of our agents. Our agents are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and provide free consultations to anyone who needs one.

You can get your free consultation today by calling 615-544-0000.

Mistakes happen.

The problem is that when a member of the medical profession makes a mistake, there is a good chance that a person’s health and/or overall quality of life could be impacted. In some cases, a mistake could result in someone losing their life.

According to the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys (ABPLA,) Medical malpractice, “occurs when a hospital, doctor or other health care professional, through a negligent act or omission, causes an injury to a patient. The negligence might be the result of errors in diagnosis, treatment, aftercare or health management.”

Many of us assume that medical malpractice involves a major medical misdiagnosis or a mistake that happens during surgery. The truth is that many things can be considered medical malpractice, including:

• A failure to provide the legally required level of care a patient requires
• Failing to request proper testing that would lead to an accurate diagnosis
• Ignoring or failing to properly identify important symptoms
• Misdiagnosis
• Performing surgery that isn’t necessary
• Failing to acknowledge a patient’s medical history
• Discharging a patient too soon
• Failing to properly handle and read lab results
• Failure to deliver lab results in a reasonable amount of time
• Surgical mistakes
• Failing to provide sufficient follow-up care
• Failure to educate the patient about proper follow-up care

One of the challenges the general population encounters daily is that it’s difficult to know if you’re an actual victim of medical malpractice or if your health simply took an unexpected turn that medical professionals handled to the best of their ability.

Most people find that learning they are the victim of medical malpractice requires two things. The first is careful and accurate records of everything that happens whenever they seek medical care. Keep a log of every single member of personnel you encounter and everything that is said to you. You should also keep a list of tests that are run, medications that are administered, and what your expected response to medications/treatments/surgeries is.

If you suspect that you’ve been a victim of medical malpractice, your next step is getting a second opinion. Make sure you go to a doctor/medical facility that isn’t affiliated with your original provider. If the professionals who provide a second opinion indicate that something seems off with your recovery/treatment/diagnosis, it’s time to contact an experienced medical malpractice attorney who will look at your records and listen to your story before providing you with a plan of action.

A medical malpractice case can take a long time to prove. It will take an even longer time to receive your settlement. To preserve your health, you need to leave the legal stuff in your lawyer’s hands and find a doctor you trust who will accurately and compassionately oversee your health.

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We take parking lots for granted. We treat them like a casual place to leave our car while we run into a nearby building.

We’re usually so focused on either getting to the store/office/school/government building or getting into our vehicle to go home, that we seldom stop and think about how dangerous parking lots really are.

The truth is that every time you use a parking lot, you put your life at risk.
A surprising number of people are injured in parking lot falls every single year. In most cases the reason for the fall is innocent, you tripped on a stick, a pothole, or even your own feet. The problem with parking lot falls is that not only is there the danger that you’ll hit your head on the asphalt when you land and possibly sustain a traumatic brain injury, but while you’re down, there’s a chance a driver won’t notice you on the ground and will run over you.

The best way to avoid a dangerous fall is walking with care, staying well out of the routes the vehicles take through the parking lot, and not walking behind/in front of any running vehicle. If you do fall, yell at the top of your lungs so drivers will know you’re in distress and drive defensively and cautiously.

Drugs and other criminal activity are a huge problem in parking lots. There’s something about the layout of parking lots and the sheltered nature and accessibility of the parking garages attract a huge criminal element. This isn’t something you want to get mixed up in. Avoid groups of people who are simply standing around or who appear to be conducting business. Avoid making eye contact with these people. Once you’re in a safe place, contact the police.

Parking lot abductions are a serious problem, particularly for women and children. So many people are distracted by either plans or their cell phones that they are easy to grab and shove into a car. The best way to avoid being a parking lot abduction victim is to keep your head up, your ears free of any headphones so that you can hear an approaching car or footsteps, don’t walk in shadows, and enter your car as quickly as possible.

If you suspect you’re being stalked through the parking lot, abandon your plans to leave and go to the building and alert an employee to the situation.

The next time you’re in a parking lot, don’t take your safety for granted. Be aware of the potential danger and have a plan to stay safe and healthy.

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!

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.

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

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.

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

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!