The bond for your inmate is probably going to remain at that amount because of the "failure to appear". The bond assures the Court that he will appear going forward. If he paid the bond as was released AND then failed to appear, he would lose the money and his freedom.

Yes and No. The Letter Package doesn't come with pictures, but you can buy the Picture Package for the same price and it allows you a letter with the photos you include

Yes, you pretty much can see the future... not a good look either

It's actually easier when you know someone is waiting for you when you get out

it depends on the case current load in that jurisdiction. they will be thorough visiting the home, etc, which could take weeks at a minimum.

Transfers are done "in the dark" and the inmates cannot make calls until they are safely in their new location. This process takes no longer than a week to 10 days

Not really, the phones are open from 6:30 am to 9:30 pm with a couple of hours blocked off in the middle of the day when the inmates are supposed to be at their work assignment

Having a fight hours before his release, screams that he was asking to stay. Maybe initiate a call to the counselor to get some answers. When the staff feels he is calm and ready for re-entry, they should be in contact with you.

...figure about a week

Depending on your bid, you're going to have to search for the "cure for boredom" as it fits you. Reading was my thing, it's partly why this website exists. You have to get yourself into a routine. And not get yourself jammed up in any inmate nonsense. You will make friends and exist partly because of that comradery. But, do NOT and never share tales of your crime, your sentence, any co-defendant with anyone while locked up. "Anything you say