1. The Difference Between Dismissed Charges and Acquittal

    Previously we discussed what happens when your charges are dropped, who can drop your charges, and whether or not criminal charges still appear on your criminal record after they are dropped. Similar to dropped charges are dismissed charges and acquittal, and the three distinct outcomes are often confused with each other. As your Elkhart bail bondsman, we are dedicated to helping you better unders…Read More

  2. What Happens If Your Charges Are Dropped

    We understand that being arrested can be an overwhelming and stressful time. Learning the legal processes and what happens if your charges are dropped will prepare you for any future proceedings, and help you better understand what is happening with your specific case. As your certified Elkhart bail bondsman, we are passionate about offering you continued support, even after we get you out of jail…Read More

  3. Doing St. Patrick’s Day Right

    St. Patrick’s Day is a great day to show your Irish pride, parade around in your green, and go have a few beers with your friends in the local pub. However, St. Patrick’s Day is known to be a heavy drinking day, and because it falls on a Thursday this year, many people will drive themselves home so they can work the next day. Drunk driving accidents on St. Patty’s Day account for more than a…Read More

  4. Breaking Free From Old Habits

    When it comes to bail bonds, we do what we do for our clients, because we care about their ability to maintain their lives, their connections, and their jobs — even if they have been arrested on a drug or alcohol-related offense. We work to be efficient and understanding, and because we are a family-owned bail bondsman team in Elkhart, we do our best to treat our clients and their families l…Read More

  5. A Look At a Bail Bondsman’s Day

    A bail bondsman’s job is never done. He’s on call 24/7, ready to help you when you need to get your friend or loved one out of jail, but have you ever wondered what his day looks like? What time he begins the day depends on his own preferences. Bail bondsmen set their own office hours, but most work the standard 8-5 or something similar. When he gets to the office, the bondsman has a lot of pa…Read More

  6. The Difference Between Bail and a Bail Bond

    If your friend or loved one is arrested and needs bail, it might be left up to you to navigate the world of bail bonds, but most of us don’t deal with these things on a daily basis. Bail bonds can be confusing if you don’t have the experience that professional bondsmen do, and there are many misconceptions about bail bonds that can over-complicate the process. One misconception is that bail bo…Read More

  7. How to Choose a Elkhart Bail Bonds Company

    When your loved one is arrested, you want to do everything possible to get them out of jail right away. Don't let your haste cause you to make a poor decision when choosing an Elkhart bail bonds company. Here are three things you'll want to look for before you call a company and give them your money: Verify they are fully licensed. This is a sign of a professional bail bonds company and not someon…Read More

  8. How Our Bail Bondsman in Elkhart Can Help When Your Loved One is Arrested

    There are few things more gut-wrenching than watching a loved one being led away in handcuffs. When your loved one is arrested, chances are you are ready to do whatever you can to get them back out as soon as possible. Our bail bondsman in Elkhart has helped countless families navigate the judicial system, and we have suggestions about what you can do to help your loved one when they've been arre…Read More

  9. Bail bondsmen aid you in regaining your freedom.

    Facts On The World of Bail Bonds

    The world of bail bonds is fascinating - at least to us here at A-1 Bail Bonds - and that’s why we love to spread the news and facts on the bail bonds. So we’re here in today's blog to point out some interesting facts surrounding the realm of bail bonds. Old Time Bondsmen There’s evidence that the act of bail bonding (or a similar such act) existed in modern-day Iraq some 4 millennia ago. Th…Read More

  10. Find a Bail Bondsman Following a DUI

    Being charged with driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious matter, and it's important to take it seriously. Whether you were pulled over by an officer for drunk driving, or you went through a DUI checkpoint after a few too many happy hour beers, the charges against you can be severe. As a bail bondsman in Warsaw, A-1 can help you secure a release from jail after booking, but it's essential …Read More