Reviewed on: February 02,2017
Bail & Bond Questions

how to bond inmate out

How do u bond someone out?

Once your accused has gone before the magistrate, a bail amount is set.
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✓ Verified answer November 08,2016 · Bail & Bond Questions
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Once your accused has gone before the magistrate, a bail amount is set. This bail amount becomes part of the record and usually you will have bail bondsmen contact the closest of kin to try and make a deal to bond your inmate out. Depending upon the amount, it is customary for the bail bondsman get a 10% non-refundable fee (of the total amount of the bond). Once you agree on the terms, the bondsman will go to the jail and get them released. This bond is a "guarantee" by the bail company that the offender will attend every court date. If they miss a date, the bail is revoked and the inmate is remanded to custody until trial or a plea agreement. 

Accepted Answer Date Created: November 08,2016
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About this answer: This response was prepared by InmateAid’s editorial team in consultation with former inmates who have direct experience with the federal correctional system. InmateAid has served families of the incarcerated since 2012. This is general information only — not legal advice. Last reviewed February 2017.