What You Should Know If You Are Thinking Of Turning Yourself In
Having a warrant out for your arrest can be nerve-wracking. While you can wait for the authorities to take you into custody, you may also consider turning yourself in. Before you do, keep these important tips in mind so the process goes as smoothly as possible. Turn Yourself In at the Right Time If you […]
Continue Reading...What You Can Do to Help a Friend That’s Been Arrested
When the unexpected happens to a friend or loved one, trying to figure out how to help them can feel overwhelming. People never imagine that they’ll need to know what to do after an arrest, but just in case, it’s a good idea to know how to handle the situation. Keep Calm If you are […]
Continue Reading...Lingua Incognita: Deciphering Common Legal Terms for Criminal Justice Cases
If you or a loved one is unlucky enough to be wrapped up in a criminal investigation, you may feel overwhelmed by the process, even more so if you’re constantly surrounded by lawyers and police officers who throw around confusing legal terms. Understanding and feeling comfortable with legalese can make the justice process feel more […]
Continue Reading...Is Resisting Arrest Ever Legal?
Most people assume not, but it turns out, in some rare instances, resisting arrest can be legal. It’s not often recommended by legal and law enforcement professionals for a variety of reasons, but depending on where you live and a few other circumstantial factors, there could be a precedent for using reasonable force to resist […]
Continue Reading...How to Become a Bail Bondsman
The role of bail bondsman is important in the modern justice system. For those who have just been arrested, turning to a bail bondsman is sometimes the only available option for posting bail and returning to their families and careers. For the courts, a bail bondsman provides assurance that those released on bail will show […]
Continue Reading...The Difference Between Bail Bondsmen and Bounty Hunters
The Difference Between Bail Bondsmen and Bounty Hunters Although bail bondsmen and bounty hunters are different in many ways, you may have noticed they are often associated with each other. In fact, they often work very closely with one another. So, what’s the difference between the two? Would you ever need to call a bounty […]
Continue Reading...A Brief History of the Bail System
The concept of bail is something we take for granted. We’re all introduced to the concept relatively early in life, with most news’ stories about criminals or crime dramas on TV mentioning a set bail amount following someone’s initial arrest and arraignment, but where did the practice start? Intuitively, when you think about incarceration, you […]
Continue Reading...History’s Biggest Bails
Bernie Madoff As the former non-executive chairman of the NASDAQ stock market and chairman of Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities LLC, which he founded in 1960, Bernie Madoff was a renowned fixture on Wall Street. All that changed when he was revealed to be the main operator of the largest Ponzi scheme in United States […]
Continue Reading...The Benefits of Posting Bail Bonds vs Cash Bail
Not every bail bondsman is the same in terms of their experience, customer service and attitude about urgency. If you or a loved one are ever arrested and need to be bailed out, you want it done quickly and with as little struggle as possible. Goldberg Bail Bonds is dedicated to operating a business with […]
Continue Reading...Minnesota Drunk Driving Penalties
Driving while drunk or under the influence of any intoxicating substance can pose serious risks for the driver, other motorists and pedestrians. According to a study by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, over 25,000 drivers were arrested for DWIs in 2015. To understand how seriously the state takes drunk driving cases, here is a […]
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