In the cases of traffic violations, most bails are set fairly low. Generally several hundred to $2,500 estimated. However, if the offense is a repeat occurrence, a much high bail may be set, possibly in the $100,000 range.
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Traffic Violation Bail Bonds
Many traffic violations will only incur a citation or a fine, however, harsher violations such as a DUI or driving without a license may cause stiffer penalties. If someone is pulled over for one of these harsher offenses, they may end up in jail and awaiting a bail to be set. If a bail is set, you may seek out a bail bondsmen to post your bail and release you. If you are released on bail, you must go to your court dates or your bail may be forfeited.
In the cases of traffic violations, most bails are set fairly low. Generally several hundred to $2,500 estimated. However, if the offense is a repeat occurrence, a much high bail may be set, possibly in the $100,000 range.
In the cases of traffic violations, most bails are set fairly low. Generally several hundred to $2,500 estimated. However, if the offense is a repeat occurrence, a much high bail may be set, possibly in the $100,000 range.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Robbery
Petty Theft
Commercial burglary also called shoplifting is the act of stealing merchandise or property from a retail establishment. Shoplifting is among the most common arrests for police, and one of the most common crimes seen in the courts. While most shoplifting is done by amateurs there are individuals and even groups who shoplift for a living. Shoplifting has a tremendous impact on the bottom line of retailers who report that around 0.6% of their inventory disappears from their shelves as a direct result of shoplifters.Petty theft of this kind is such a problem that it accounts for up to 30.6% of business shrinkage reported by small and medium sized businesses. Bail amounts for shoplifters are generally fairly low, but they can vary depending on the value of the stolen merchandise and whether or not the defendant has any prior arrests. Regardless of the amount, Love Bail Bonds Company is available to provide bail bond assistance if you or a family member have been arrested for shoplifting.
PC 459 Theft / Burglary / Robbery Bail Bonds
Burglary is a crime that is always coupled with another crime. Burglary occurs when a person enters any house, room, apartment, shop, warehouse, store, tent, or floating home among other dwellings and storage facilities with the intent to commit petty or grand theft or to commit another felony. Therefore, one who enters a house without the intent to steal or commit a felony is not guilty of burglary.There are two forms of burglary, burglary in the first degree and burglary in the second degree. Any burglary of an inhabited dwelling is considered burglary in the first degree, while any other burglary is of the second degree. This means that robbing a person’s home is first degree but robbing a cargo container (unless someone lives in it) is burglary of the second degree.
Robbery is a combination of assault and theft. It is the felonious taking of personal property in the possession of another, from his or here person or immediate presence, and against his or her will, accomplished by means of force or fear.
A person may be guilty of forgery if that person signs the name of another person on a document, without that person’s authority. The person also has to sign the document with the intent to defraud or steal. Forgery can also occur when a person makes false identification cards or other fake documents.
Fraud is crime that requires deceit on the part of the person charged. There are all sorts of frauds, ranging from business and insurance fraud to defrauding a government agency by getting involved in worker’s compensation fraud and welfare fraud.
Identity theft is a crime that has seen some publicity of late. People have so much information floating around on the Internet that it has created an incentive for others to steal that information and use it to obtain credit, phones, or almost anything else.If you have a friend or loved one who has been accused of any theft related charge, it would be very wise to bail them out so they can fight their case.
Narcotics
| Florida Drug StatisticsIn 2007, 155,246
adults were arrested for drug related offenses. In a recent survey
conducted by the United States government, 7.8% of Florida residents
reported using illicit drugs within the past month; 3.5% of respondents
stated that they used a narcotic other than marijuana in the past month.
Drug charges are serious crimes that can result in serious
consequences. Currently there are about 2.3 million drug offenders incarcerated in the United States prison system. This number constitutes 19.5% of the total prison population. |
Drug charges in Florida usually have a mandatory minimum sentence, or MMS, associated with the offense. When someone is convicted of an offense punishable by a MMS, the judge must sentence the defendant to the mandatory minimum sentence or to a higher sentence. The judge has no power to sentence the defendant to less time than the mandatory minimum.
Moreover, a prisoner serving an MMS for a federal or state offense will not be eligible for parole. However, a person arrested for a drug charge may still be eligible for bail before his or her court date. Bill and Bill Bail Bonds provides narcotics bail in Jacksonville and its surrounding communities. Narcotics bail in Jacksonville will get your loved one released from prison in just a few hours.
Misdemeanors
Misdemeanor bail refers to the type of bail necessary for a specific
type of criminal offense. There are three categories of criminal
offenses within the United States: infractions, misdemeanors, and
felonies. An infraction carries the penalty of a fine such as in a
traffic violation. Misdemeanors are middle of the road criminal offenses
and can carry penalties of up to a one year jail sentence, or a $1,000
fine, though, probation or weekend lock-up, are options for punishment,
as well. Felonies are the worse type of criminal offense and carry the
most severe penalties. They typically carry a minimum sentence of one
year in a state penitentiary.
Misdemeanor charges are typically filed on paper, without the need for a hearing. The person accused of the crime is simply mailed court documents, ordering their presence in court on a specific day. This typically results in the accused being released on his or her, “own recognizance”, and formal bail being unnecessary. If the accused is held in jail prior to paperwork being filed, the stay is normally brief in comparison to more serious charges, prior to their issuance of the “promise to appear” citation. Whether a bail bond is required for misdemeanors will depend on the jurisdiction filing the charges and the plea. However, there are cases where “misdemeanors” carry bail, in jurisdictions that do not regularly require it. This occurs when misdemeanor crimes are “elevated” to felonies, when prior similar criminal acts have occurred, the nature of the crime is considered more serious, or the injuries inflicted upon the victim are severe. In many courts, these are referred to as second and third strike laws, where the misdemeanor can include the potential for longer jail sentences, and/or state penitentiary time. In the case of felonies, bail bonds are always required – if bail is even a viable option. It is also true that misdemeanors can be decreased to infractions.
Misdemeanor bail is as binding as any other type of bail bond, though the charges are typically less serious. Whether misdemeanor bail is necessary, or not, the accused is required to appear for court, or will be issued an arrest warrant.
Misdemeanor charges are typically filed on paper, without the need for a hearing. The person accused of the crime is simply mailed court documents, ordering their presence in court on a specific day. This typically results in the accused being released on his or her, “own recognizance”, and formal bail being unnecessary. If the accused is held in jail prior to paperwork being filed, the stay is normally brief in comparison to more serious charges, prior to their issuance of the “promise to appear” citation. Whether a bail bond is required for misdemeanors will depend on the jurisdiction filing the charges and the plea. However, there are cases where “misdemeanors” carry bail, in jurisdictions that do not regularly require it. This occurs when misdemeanor crimes are “elevated” to felonies, when prior similar criminal acts have occurred, the nature of the crime is considered more serious, or the injuries inflicted upon the victim are severe. In many courts, these are referred to as second and third strike laws, where the misdemeanor can include the potential for longer jail sentences, and/or state penitentiary time. In the case of felonies, bail bonds are always required – if bail is even a viable option. It is also true that misdemeanors can be decreased to infractions.
Misdemeanor bail is as binding as any other type of bail bond, though the charges are typically less serious. Whether misdemeanor bail is necessary, or not, the accused is required to appear for court, or will be issued an arrest warrant.
Marijuana Bail Bonds
Recently, many states have experienced a trend toward leniency for
the simple possession of marijuana without the intent to distribute. In
New Jersey, simple possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana is a
disorderly persons offense, which is a minor offense, distinguished from
the indictable crime of possession of more than 50 grams of marijuana.
Possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana carries maximum penalties
of up to 6 months in prison and $1,000 in fines, but first time
offenders is eligible for a diversionary program known as a Conditional
Discharge. Diversionary programs usually involve drug testing in lieu of
jail, and the promise that the crime will be sealed from the
individual's record so long as the drug tests are negative, and the
rules set forth by the diversionary program are followed.
When a person is found with possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana, no amount of marijuana is too small to avoid arrest. Even if an individual does not have any marijuana, but only has a pipe containing residue, that person will be charged with possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia which is also a disorderly persons offense. Common scenarios in which charges of possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana have resulted include when the police find a " joint or roach "in an ashtray, or a small plastic baggy containing the remnants of marijuana (i.e. crystals or red hairs), or even something as harmless as a baby marijuana seed or a broken stem. Just as almost anything can constitute possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana, almost anything can also constitute marijuana paraphernalia, even the little baggy containing nothing but crystal dust. Other items that constitute marijuana paraphernalia include rolling papers, bongs, pipes, chillums, one-hitters, scales, and jars. Thus, the item does not need to be used to smoke the marijuana to constitute paraphernalia. It can just as well be paraphernalia if used to transport the marijuana instead.
There are many defenses against possession of marijuana, especially in the constitutional realm. This is because when police find marijuana on a person, frequently the police have conducted a search of the person, the person's vehicle, their house or all three. Anytime there is a search involved, the search must be reasonable in light of the person's privacy expectations. Police must follow very strict rules when carrying out searches of individuals and their belongings, and any overstep of authority can be grounds to keep evidence out of trial. Additionally, once the police have obtained a suspect, they must follow specific rules with respect to questioning. The police must inform the accused that he has a right to an attorney, and if the accused requests an attorney, the police may not interrogate the accused unless and until the attorney arrives. Any interrogation that occurs in the meantime will result in the answers being withheld from trial. Thus, even if a person does not have an attorney it is important to ask for one, and to know that police are breaking the law if they try to interrogate you before the attorney arrives.
Another offense often coupled with charges of simple possession includes possession of drugs in a motor vehicle. This is a separate charge that will supplement charges for simple possession of marijuana and possession of marijuana paraphernalia. Thus, if a driver is pulled over and found with a nickel bag of marijuana, and a smoking pipe in the car, the driver will be charged with possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of drugs in a car as three separate charges. Possession of drugs in a motor vehicle is a traffic offense involving fines and a mandatory 2 years loss of driving privilege.
When found with 50 grams of marijuana or more, the charges increase and unfortunately, so do the penalties. For 50 grams of marijuana or more, the charge becomes a 4th degree crime, which is one step above a disorderly persons offense, but a very important step because a 4th degree crime is an indictable crime so the charge must be brought in criminal court. The penalties for a conviction of a 4th degree marijuana crime include up to 18 months in prison and up to $25,000 in fines. Another circumstance that can severely enhance the penalties occurs when the arrest takes place in a public park or in a school zone, irrespective of whether the school is in session or there are children nearby. In such a case, a person may be subjected to severe community service penalties, in addition to the penalties listed above and a longer jail sentence.
When a person is found with possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana, no amount of marijuana is too small to avoid arrest. Even if an individual does not have any marijuana, but only has a pipe containing residue, that person will be charged with possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia which is also a disorderly persons offense. Common scenarios in which charges of possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana have resulted include when the police find a " joint or roach "in an ashtray, or a small plastic baggy containing the remnants of marijuana (i.e. crystals or red hairs), or even something as harmless as a baby marijuana seed or a broken stem. Just as almost anything can constitute possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana, almost anything can also constitute marijuana paraphernalia, even the little baggy containing nothing but crystal dust. Other items that constitute marijuana paraphernalia include rolling papers, bongs, pipes, chillums, one-hitters, scales, and jars. Thus, the item does not need to be used to smoke the marijuana to constitute paraphernalia. It can just as well be paraphernalia if used to transport the marijuana instead.
There are many defenses against possession of marijuana, especially in the constitutional realm. This is because when police find marijuana on a person, frequently the police have conducted a search of the person, the person's vehicle, their house or all three. Anytime there is a search involved, the search must be reasonable in light of the person's privacy expectations. Police must follow very strict rules when carrying out searches of individuals and their belongings, and any overstep of authority can be grounds to keep evidence out of trial. Additionally, once the police have obtained a suspect, they must follow specific rules with respect to questioning. The police must inform the accused that he has a right to an attorney, and if the accused requests an attorney, the police may not interrogate the accused unless and until the attorney arrives. Any interrogation that occurs in the meantime will result in the answers being withheld from trial. Thus, even if a person does not have an attorney it is important to ask for one, and to know that police are breaking the law if they try to interrogate you before the attorney arrives.
Another offense often coupled with charges of simple possession includes possession of drugs in a motor vehicle. This is a separate charge that will supplement charges for simple possession of marijuana and possession of marijuana paraphernalia. Thus, if a driver is pulled over and found with a nickel bag of marijuana, and a smoking pipe in the car, the driver will be charged with possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of drugs in a car as three separate charges. Possession of drugs in a motor vehicle is a traffic offense involving fines and a mandatory 2 years loss of driving privilege.
When found with 50 grams of marijuana or more, the charges increase and unfortunately, so do the penalties. For 50 grams of marijuana or more, the charge becomes a 4th degree crime, which is one step above a disorderly persons offense, but a very important step because a 4th degree crime is an indictable crime so the charge must be brought in criminal court. The penalties for a conviction of a 4th degree marijuana crime include up to 18 months in prison and up to $25,000 in fines. Another circumstance that can severely enhance the penalties occurs when the arrest takes place in a public park or in a school zone, irrespective of whether the school is in session or there are children nearby. In such a case, a person may be subjected to severe community service penalties, in addition to the penalties listed above and a longer jail sentence.
Immigration Bail Bonds
If your friend or loved one has been arrested and detained for
immigration reasons, you must get an immigration bond to release the
person from custody until his or her court appearance. Immigration bonds are only available to detainees if they meet certain qualifications, which we'll explain later.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is the government organization that arrests and detains foreign nationals. ICE has the authority to release the person based on personal recognizance, in which case you won't need to pay for a bond. But when either ICE or an immigration judge sets a bond amount, it's time to explore your options.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is the government organization that arrests and detains foreign nationals. ICE has the authority to release the person based on personal recognizance, in which case you won't need to pay for a bond. But when either ICE or an immigration judge sets a bond amount, it's time to explore your options.
Types of immigration bonds
There are two types of immigration bonds available to illegal aliens in ICE custody (as long as the detainee is not considered a threat to national security or public safety) and we'll explain the purpose of each below.- Delivery bond – An illegal immigrant who has been detained by ICE may be eligible for a delivery bond based on the determination of ICE or an immigration judge. The detainee must receive an arrest warrant and a notice of custody conditions from ICE to be released on a delivery bond. The purpose of the delivery bond is to ensure that the detainee shows up to all immigration hearings. It allows the person to spend time with family, as well as consult with an immigration lawyer leading up to a court hearing.
- Voluntary departure bond – In some cases, detainees are given the option to voluntarily leave the country at their own expense by a specified time period. The departure bond--if paid in full to ICE--is refundable once the person has left the country, but will be forfeited if the person fails to leave.
How much do immigration bonds cost?
Either ICE or an immigration judge will set the bond amount, and the amount will increase or decrease based on several factors, such as the person's immigration status, criminal history, employment situation, and family ties in the United States. The higher the flight risk, the higher the bond amount. The usual minimum amount for a delivery bond is $1,500, and the cost can increase up to $10,000 or more depending on an assessment of the detainee's risk factors. For departure bonds, the minimum amount is typically $500. One important thing to keep in mind is that it sometimes take a year or longer for the government to return the bond money to the person who posted it.How do I get an immigration bond?
There are two ways to pay for an immigration bond:- Surety bond– The detainee's friends or family can work with an immigration bond agent to get a surety bond. The agent will typically charge 15-20% of the total bond amount, and the money or collateral you furnish is non-refundable.
- Cash bond – The detainee's friends or family can pay the full bond amount directly to ICE, and that money will be refunded once the detainee has attended all mandatory hearings in immigration court. The cash bond can be paid by cash, money order, Cashier's check, or U.S. bonds or notes.
How can I find a trusted local immigration bond agent?
AboutBail.com has a nationwide trusted network of local, qualified immigration bond agents. To find someone near you, a quick search on AboutBail.com will provide you with contact information for immigration bond agents near you. Use that information to get in touch with an immigration bond agent to find out more about the firm’s services and costs.
Larceny bail bonds
Larceny:
A Middlesex County Superior Court Jury found a former Newton man guilty last week on breaking and entering, larceny and habitual criminal charges, according to a press release from the Middlesex County District Attorney.
Mark Miller, 51, previously of Newton, was found guilty Thursday on four charges of being a habitual criminal. The guilty finding follows a conviction in December 2011 where Miller was found guilty of breaking and entering in the night time, larceny over $250, larceny in a building, possession of burglarious implements and wanton destruction of property.
According to the press release, Middlesex Superior Court Judge Kathe Tuttman sentenced Miller to 20 years in state prison for the breaking and entering charge. Miller also received state prison sentences for the other charges, which will run concurrent with the breaking and entering sentence.
“This defendant has a substantial criminal record and we are pleased that he has been held accountable for his continued deliberate criminal ways,” Middlesex County District Attorney Gerry Leone said in the press release. “I commend the Wayland Police Department for their great police work which resulted in the defendant’s quick apprehension on the night of the offense and for their resilience in bringing the defendant to justice.”
Miller’s initial charges stem from a March 2004 incident where Miller reportedly stole 27 new golf clubs from the Wayland Country Club Pro Shop. according to the press release, Miller had previously been convicted of breaking and entering offenses in Plymouth, Norfolk, Worcester and Bristol counties and had served state prison sentences for those convictions.
According to the Massachusetts most Wanted website, Miller failed to appear for an April 4, 2004, court date and warrants were issued for his arrest.
Wayland Police Det. Sgt. Jamie Berger said Miller was finally arrested in Seattle on shoplifting charges in 2010. Before Wayland police could obtain a governor’s warrant for Miller’s redition to Massachusetts, Miller returned of his own accord and turned himself into the court, Berger said.
A full press relase from the district attorney’s office is included below:
A man was found guilty today of four counts of being a habitual criminal in connection with convictions on breaking and entering and larceny charges stemming from an incident in which he broke into the Wayland Country Club, Middlesex District Attorney Leone announced today.
Mark Miller, 51, previously of Newton, was found guilty by a Middlesex Superior Court jury today of being a habitual criminal (four counts). These convictions follow his conviction in December of 2011 on charges of breaking and entering in the night time, larceny over $250, larceny in a building, possession of burglarious implements, and wanton destruction of property. Middlesex Superior Court Judge Kathe Tuttman sentenced the defendant to twenty years in State Prison on the breaking and entering charge with additional state prison sentences for the maximum statutory terms, to run concurrent, on the remaining charges.
“This defendant has a substantial criminal record and we are pleased that he has been held accountable for his continued deliberate criminal ways,” District Attorney Leone said. “I commend the Wayland Police Department for their great police work which resulted in the defendant’s quick apprehension on the night of the offense and for their resilience in bringing the defendant to justice.”
According to authorities, on Saturday, March 6, 2004 at approximately 9:30pm, Wayland Police received an alert for an alarm triggered at the Wayland Country Club Pro Shop. Officers were dispatched and, upon arrival, observed evidence that a break-in had occurred at the shop. upon a search of the surrounding area, one of the officers encountered a redToyota, which was attempting to exit a parking area adjacent to the Country Club property.
The officer ordered the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle, the defendant, out of the car and ultimately placed him under arrest. In the vehicle’s trunk, a black duffle bag containing 27 new golf clubs which were missing from the pro shop was discovered, along with a pry bar, a ski mask and gloves.
The defendant had previously been convicted of multiple breaking and entering offenses committed in Plymouth, Norfolk, Worcester and Bristol counties in the 1990’s and had received multiple committed state prison sentences ranging from 3-4 years to 6-10 years.
The prosecutor assigned to this case is Joe Gentile. The paralegal is Nicole Scotti. this case was investigated by Wayland Police and members of the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office.
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A Middlesex County Superior Court Jury found a former Newton man guilty last week on breaking and entering, larceny and habitual criminal charges, according to a press release from the Middlesex County District Attorney.
Mark Miller, 51, previously of Newton, was found guilty Thursday on four charges of being a habitual criminal. The guilty finding follows a conviction in December 2011 where Miller was found guilty of breaking and entering in the night time, larceny over $250, larceny in a building, possession of burglarious implements and wanton destruction of property.
According to the press release, Middlesex Superior Court Judge Kathe Tuttman sentenced Miller to 20 years in state prison for the breaking and entering charge. Miller also received state prison sentences for the other charges, which will run concurrent with the breaking and entering sentence.
“This defendant has a substantial criminal record and we are pleased that he has been held accountable for his continued deliberate criminal ways,” Middlesex County District Attorney Gerry Leone said in the press release. “I commend the Wayland Police Department for their great police work which resulted in the defendant’s quick apprehension on the night of the offense and for their resilience in bringing the defendant to justice.”
Miller’s initial charges stem from a March 2004 incident where Miller reportedly stole 27 new golf clubs from the Wayland Country Club Pro Shop. according to the press release, Miller had previously been convicted of breaking and entering offenses in Plymouth, Norfolk, Worcester and Bristol counties and had served state prison sentences for those convictions.
According to the Massachusetts most Wanted website, Miller failed to appear for an April 4, 2004, court date and warrants were issued for his arrest.
Wayland Police Det. Sgt. Jamie Berger said Miller was finally arrested in Seattle on shoplifting charges in 2010. Before Wayland police could obtain a governor’s warrant for Miller’s redition to Massachusetts, Miller returned of his own accord and turned himself into the court, Berger said.
A full press relase from the district attorney’s office is included below:
A man was found guilty today of four counts of being a habitual criminal in connection with convictions on breaking and entering and larceny charges stemming from an incident in which he broke into the Wayland Country Club, Middlesex District Attorney Leone announced today.
Mark Miller, 51, previously of Newton, was found guilty by a Middlesex Superior Court jury today of being a habitual criminal (four counts). These convictions follow his conviction in December of 2011 on charges of breaking and entering in the night time, larceny over $250, larceny in a building, possession of burglarious implements, and wanton destruction of property. Middlesex Superior Court Judge Kathe Tuttman sentenced the defendant to twenty years in State Prison on the breaking and entering charge with additional state prison sentences for the maximum statutory terms, to run concurrent, on the remaining charges.
“This defendant has a substantial criminal record and we are pleased that he has been held accountable for his continued deliberate criminal ways,” District Attorney Leone said. “I commend the Wayland Police Department for their great police work which resulted in the defendant’s quick apprehension on the night of the offense and for their resilience in bringing the defendant to justice.”
According to authorities, on Saturday, March 6, 2004 at approximately 9:30pm, Wayland Police received an alert for an alarm triggered at the Wayland Country Club Pro Shop. Officers were dispatched and, upon arrival, observed evidence that a break-in had occurred at the shop. upon a search of the surrounding area, one of the officers encountered a redToyota, which was attempting to exit a parking area adjacent to the Country Club property.
The officer ordered the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle, the defendant, out of the car and ultimately placed him under arrest. In the vehicle’s trunk, a black duffle bag containing 27 new golf clubs which were missing from the pro shop was discovered, along with a pry bar, a ski mask and gloves.
The defendant had previously been convicted of multiple breaking and entering offenses committed in Plymouth, Norfolk, Worcester and Bristol counties in the 1990’s and had received multiple committed state prison sentences ranging from 3-4 years to 6-10 years.
The prosecutor assigned to this case is Joe Gentile. The paralegal is Nicole Scotti. this case was investigated by Wayland Police and members of the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office.
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