Tuesday, November 23, 2010

FREE Comedy Tickets - Hypnosis with Glenn Miller -Wed Nov 24th 8pm & 1030pm

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Thursday, November 18, 2010

Free Comedy Club tickets - Ybor City, Florida

Not sure why some butt head keeps flagging my Craigs list ad ....

This is part of the reason I am moving away from Craigs List and toward other sites.

I Just posted the 10 pairs of tickets on our twitter page http://www.twitter.com/abbysbailbonds
For this Friday @8pm -

More to come .... We get tickets about every 2 weeks.
We will be posting more free Comedy tickets throughout the holidays.

Happy Holidays! - Abby's Bail Bonds

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Top 7 Questions You Must Ask a Tampa Bail Bonds Company Before You Engage Their Services

A Bail Bonds company is the last people you want to have to call on, but are the ones we rely on the most in time of trouble. Perhaps you've been there, the late-night phone call with a family member, on Spring Break in Florida, who has ended up in jail and needs you to bail them out. 

How in the world do you do just that? How do you go about getting your loved one out of jail? How do you choose the right Florida bail agent or Florida bond company?

We sincerely hope you never have to call a bail bonds company, however, if you are ever put into a situation like that, we've put together a few simple questions to ask the bail agent you make contact with.

1. How much do bail bond companies charge?
The rate they charge is legally mandated state-to-state. The bondsman company will charge their customers 8-15% of their total bail amount depending on the state. Be cautious of anyone offering a "bargain" rate, it could mean they are operating illegally and not a reputable company


2. How fast can you get someone released from jail?
The only thing a bondsman can control is their part of the release process and paperwork. Most experienced bondsmen should have a pretty accurate time frame of when the defendant should be released. Getting someone out of jail can be a very slow and unpredictable process and being patient during this time is important. The jail facility will always practice safety first and foremost.


3. What is the bail bond process?
A professional company should be able to explain this procedure effortlessly. Here is basically how the process works:


A. The Bond Company will collect some basic and general information regarding the situation in order to assess the risk factor involved in the bond. For example: where is the person being held, what are they charged with, how long have they lived at their current residence, are they employed and if so, where? 

B. Customers will need to arrange payment and complete bond documents to include a bail bond application, indemnity agreement and receipt.


C. The bond company will then post the bail and the defendant is released.


4. Are you licensed?
In Florida, bail bondsmen are licensed by the Florida Department of insurance and are the only ones legally allowed to negotiate and post bond. It is highly advisable to only deal with bail bond companies who do have a current and valid license and is in good standing with their license. Ask to see the bail agents identification and license before you give them any money and complete the transaction.


5. Where are you located?
In some cases, bondsmen are not in the same state you're in. If this is the case, this could cost you more money resulting in a "posting fee", which is when your bondsman may have to pay another bondsman to actually post the bail. To expedite processes and not have to pay an additional fee, find one that is located within a reasonable distance from the jail.


6. What are the responsibilities of the "indemnitor"?
An indemnitor is someone who has bailed someone out of jail and accepts full responsibility that the defendant shows up to their scheduled court date. If that person fails to appear, then the indemnitor is responsible for helping the bondsman locate them and if they cannot be located, the indemnitor is responsible for the full amount of bail. Most often bail bond issues can be taken care of with a phone call.


7. What if the defendant doesn't show up for court?
A warrant is issued for arrest and the defendant will show up as a fugitive in police bulletins. The bail bond company will attempt to locate the defendant by calling their work, home, references and instruct them to appear for their court hearing. If the defendant can't be located, then the bail bond company may hire a bounty hunter to locate and arrest them.


Just remember that the bond process may vary from state to state, however, understanding some of the basic questions will help you make the right choice when you are in a tough situation and may not be thinking clearly.

Abby's Bail Bonds is a professional bail bond company serving Tampa Florida. Abby's is a successful, family owned and operated business, and are expert bondsmen and licensed professionals with over 30 years of experience. 

Abby's understands and wants to help families that are in an urgent time of need. Contact Abby's Bail Bonds today for confidential Florida bail bonds assistance. 813.231.8520




Bail Bond Lessons For Parents in the Tampa Bay Area

Having to hire a Tampa bail bonds company may feel somewhat terrifying as it is. But what if you had to post bond for your young adult? 

Do you know what to do in such an emotionally challenging time? Do you know how to reach a bail bond company? Being the great parent you are, we know you want to make the right decision for your child and for the situations they may find themselves in. We can help you sort it all out and provide the answers you need to help them in their time of need.

So, what in the world do you do if your child calls you and needs you to get them out of jail in Tampa, Florida? First and most important, you need the assistance of an experienced, professional, and licensed bail agent, commonly known as a bondsman.

Do you bond them out, or let them sit?
I'm sure we have all heard from our parents that if we ever end up in jail, we might as well be prepared to spend the night. You can bet that a night in jail is probably one of the most traumatic experiences anyone could ever experience. Jails are certainly not like the Mayberry jail where gentle ole Otis is your cellmate. Not even close. If a young man is arrested in Hillsborough County and not bailed out quickly, he will be transported to the Orient Rd Jail or Faulkenburg Rd Jail.


Believe us when we say, Orient Rd Jail is not a place you want your loved one to be.

It was reported in 2009 by the Saint Petersburg Times, the Orient Rd Jail is one of the nation's most violent facilities. There was a reported nine inmates killed in that jail since 2003. 

So you can see, it is not a fun place and can be dangerous. Depending on the location of arrest, your young adult may not end up in a violent jail facility. 


Chances are, if they were arrested by a smaller police agency and not bailed out; they may be transferred to a larger jail facility pretty quickly. Then they are processed and booked all over again.


What does all that mean? Well instead of a possible night in jail, it could mean days in jail. Young adults make mistakes and bad choices at times, but having them sit it out in jail is not necessary to teach them a lesson. By them having to go through the legal process itself, should be enough to have a serious impact on them. They will have to deal with the total embarrassment of the arrest and booking process alone, not to mention the loss of freedom and having to explain their actions to law officials and the court system.

Bail Bond Process

So, let's say you get that dreaded phone call in the middle of the night that your young adult has been arrested. Quite often, that phone call will probably come from your child's friend and they may be more than willing to help in any way they can. While your young adult may have a friend willing to help, most often parents have to be involved. Their friend probably won't have the means necessary to pay the full bail amount, and typically don't qualify for a bail bond from a bail company.


Bail bondsmen must deal with someone who will be responsible for that young adult by ensuring they will show up for their court date. In most cases, this would have to be a parent or a family member to understand the seriousness of this responsibility. When contacting a bail bondsman, be ready to answer some personal questions about your young adult, yourself, and your financial situation. This interview process may seem fairly personal or intrusive, but it is needed to determine the risk factors involved.

Most bail bond agents accept cash, credit cards and may offer other flexible payment options. Some bondsmen can handle everything over the phone, by fax or through email; therefore distance or location is not a problem. Reputable bail companies are available 24 hours a day and will take the time to explain how the bail bond process works. Parents, we understand how terrifying it is to have a child in jail and we are here to assist you quickly and efficiently. Find a bail bond company that is interested in working with families, know your options, understand the bail bond process, ask questions, be prepared to act swiftly and before long, your young adult will be out of jail and home in no time.

Abby's Bail Bonds L.L.C. is a professional bail bond company serving all Florida jails.  Abby's Bail Bonds L.L.C.  is a successful, family owned and operated business specializing in helping families that are in an urgent time of need. Contact them today for confidential Abby's Bail Bonds assistance.  
Call us Today ~ 813.231.8520 

What to Expect If You Go to Jail in Tampa, Florida and How to Get Out Fast !

Being arrested and going through the booking process in Tampa, Florida is a stressful situation. 

Most people are afraid of being placed in a holding cell with strangers, and rightfully so. However, although there is some caution needed, most people are being held for non-violent crimes: 


writing bad checks, prostitution, drug possession and theft. Only a small percentage is charged with violent crimes. 

While awaiting your bail bondsman, keep in mind that you are being held with strangers who could have issues of their own that might make them emotionally unstable. It's advisable to be on your guard, but with a friendly attitude.

A few tips while incarcerated:
• Don't make any statements that could be derogatory towards
   religious or ethnic groups

• Don't volunteer any personal information
• Don't be too friendly and congenial
• Don't give the impression that you are "too good" to be in jail
• Don't let your guard down
• Don't do anything that might raise suspicion from the jailers
• Don't "act out" and be disruptive
• Don't act scared or timid


Bail Bonds Costs and Release Options
The bail bond amount is based on the charges, and set by the judges in a County Bail Schedule. Depending on the details and severity of the crime, bail schedules have different bail amounts. For example, a DUI charge in Hillsborough County has a $5,000 to $10,000 bail and a DUI charge that involves an accident is set at $50,000.

Florida's average bail amount is $10,000, and in many cases it can be higher. Most people don't have that amount of money and will need to hire a licensed bail bond agent. Professional bail bondsmen are very experienced in this area, they know the jail systems and bail schedules, and can walk you through the entire process and handle release procedures. The jail release process can happen much sooner if a bail bondsman is contacted as soon as possible.

Only judges are allowed to lower, remove or raise the bail amount. Keep in mind that if you don't bail out and decide to stay in jail and wait to see a judge, that will take three business days The judge will be considering many factors to determine your bail amount. They consider the severity of the offense, whether or not you are a danger to the community, amount of jail time should you be found guilty, your past offenses or arrest record, and your ties to the community. The judge could lower the bail, but they could also raise it or deny bail all together.
Payment for a bail agent is 10% of the full bail amount, which is regulated by the Florida Department of Insurance. Be aware of bail bondsmen who misrepresent themselves and who are willing to charge you less or only charge you a 5% bail bond amount. 

This means they are violating a Florida law and could be very dangerous for you. This should be a "red flag" and warrants some serious consideration about their ethical behavior. After all, do you want to hire someone who is not following the legal procedures of getting you released, and the possibility that you may never see your collateral again?

Getting arrested, spending a night in jail and the whole booking process is never fun. As they say, knowledge is power. Knowing exactly what takes place and expectations can be a bit comforting. Also, knowing your rights, responsibilities, how to conduct yourself, and arrange release, will help you to remain calm as well. Before you know it, you'll be back home, safe and sound with your loved ones.

Abby's Bail Bonds L.L.C. is a professional bail bond company serving Florida. Abby's is a successful, family owned and operated business, and are expert bondsmen and licensed professionals with over 30 years of experience. They understand and want to help families that are in an urgent time of need. Contact them today for confidential Tampa, Florida bail bonds assistance. 813.231.8520

Monday, November 1, 2010

Imagine Being Arrested - Do You Know What to Do?


What to Expect if You Are Ever Arrested
Those arrested in Hillsborough County will eventually end up going to a County Jail. It makes no difference if you are a huge celebrity, or someone off the streets, this is where you will be taken. This can be a frightening experience and process and we hope we can lessen that stress by explaining exactly what to expect while awaiting release from your bail bondsman.
1. Remain Calm During the Arrest Process
You are arrested by police officers if they feel they have probably cause and believe you have committed a crime. In most cases, there is no talking your way out of it. You have to be calm and do what they say. If for some reason they have made a mistake, you'll be released as soon as possible.

2. Cooperate
Provide truthful information by giving them your real name and correct address. Before you give them any other information, you have a right to consult with an attorney first. Police officers must treat you humanely and you are less likely to be hurt or injured the more cooperative you are. They may search your vehicle, your clothing and you. They will pat you down before putting you into the backseat of the police car to make sure you have no weapons, needles or anything else that could harm them and to ensure their safety and yours.

3. Miranda Rights
These are read to you before a police officer can legally question your involvement in a crime. You have the following rights:
• to be informed of the charges against you
• to remain silent
• to hire an attorney or have one appointed if you cannot afford one
• to have a judge determine if you should stay in jail or be released until your court date

4. Notifying Family or Friends
You have the right to let someone know where you are and that you have been arrested. Make sure you request that they inform your family member or friend of your arrest so they can start locating bail bondsman and making arrangements to get you out, especially helpful is what jail you are taken to.

You will then be handcuffed and transported to jail.
In addition, never argue with police officers arresting you and certainly don't every try to run or escape. Keep your hands in view at all times and don't touch any of the officers. Don't be belligerent by threatening or yelling at the officers, this will just get you in more trouble.
While all this can be quite frightening, this information is to inform you of what to expect and the necessary steps and procedures you should follow in hopes of making it more bearable and less frightening. Knowing what to expect is half the battle.
Abby's Bail Bonds is a professional bail bond company serving Florida. Abby's is a successful, family owned and operated business, and are expert bondsmen and licensed professionals with over 30 years of experience. They understand and want to help families that are in an urgent time of need. Contact Abby's Bail Bonds today for confidential Florida bail bonds assistance. 813.231.8520

About Abby's Bail Bonds - Tampa, Florida 33610

Abby's Bail Bonds L.L.C. Founder has been in the bail bonds business nearly 10 years and is extremely pleased to announce a new Tampa location.

[ 6207 N. 40th St - Suite 100 Tampa, FL 33610 ]
813.231.8520

Abby's licensed bondsmen meet with new clients any time of the day or night to arrange bail for jail release. This may be in the client's home, in Abby's Bail Bonds offices, at the jail, or any other location that works for both bonding agent and client.

We focus our efforts on providing a high level of service to people who often are in jail for the first time and don't understand the bail process. Trained bail professionals, not an answering service, answer our telephones so that you get answers to your questions fast.
Abby's staff has more than 30 years combined experience in the bail bond business.

Abby's Bail Bonds - Tampa, FL - Just 1 Mile North of Hillsborough Ave on 40th St
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