January 2022

Here’s Why Bail Bonds Are A Good Thing

Here’s Why Bail Bonds Are A Good Thing

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Here’s Why Bail Bonds Are A Good Thing

Our team here at Bail Bonds in Murfreesboro aims to 1) get your loved one out of jail, and 2) change people’s perceptions on bail bonds. Bail bonds are directly related to negative situations – someone is arrested and needs to be bailed out of jail. What good thing can be related to an arrest?

By getting a bail bond, you will be saving 90% of what you would have spent to post the bail by yourself. This is because bail bonds only cost 10% of the bail they are for. That is a huge discount in and of itself, but getting a bail bond from Bail Bonds in Murfreesboro has another benefit. We create customized payment plans for each of our clients. This helps reduce the upfront cost of the bail bond, thus making it possible for many people to afford to post their loved one’s bail.

Some people might see bail as a bad thing, but you know better. By posting your loved one’s bail with Bail Bonds in Murfreesboro, you have rescued your loved one from jail without emptying your bank account. Bail Bonds in Murfreesboro made it possible for you to rescue your friend or family member from jail, which is a very good thing.

Posting bail can be really easy, and cheap, when you come to Bail Bonds in Murfreesboro. We make bailing someone out of jail simple, and we do that at an affordable price. If you need to bail a friend or family member out of jail, you will not find better bail bond help anywhere else in the state of Tennessee.

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What Happens During And After The Booking Process?

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The booking process is what happens after a person was just arrested. This process involves a series of procedures the defendant goes through in order to be properly and formally documented into the system; this is when the official arrest record is created. The booking process is standard procedure for all defendants, and there is no possibility of getting out of it.

Here is what happens during the booking process:

  • The defendant’s name will be documented, as well as the crime they are being accused of.
  • They will have their mugshots taken from the front and the sides.
  • Any loose items that were on them at the time of their arrest will be confiscated, such as a cell phone and a wallet.
  • DNA samples will be taken.
  • There will be a health screening, which will include tests to look for transmittable diseases like tuberculosis that can put other inmates and officers in jail.
  • They will change out of their clothes and into an orange jumpsuit. Their clothes will be confiscated.
  • An officer will conduct a full body search of the defendant.
  • An officer will search for any outstanding arrest warrants for the defendant.

    • After the booking process is the arraignment hearing, where the charges against the defendant are formally delivered. The defendant will also learn whether or not bail is granted and if so, how much their bail is. If a defendant posts bail, then they will get their loose items and clothes back and they can return home. However, they will have to wait for the booking process to be completed in order to be released; some test results can take extra time to come back.

From this point on, if they posted bail with a bail bond, they just need to make sure to stay on top of their payments. They will need to show up for court as scheduled. They will also take advantage of this freedom to return to work and spend important quality time with loved ones for support. Setting time aside to meet with their lawyer is also imperative so they can work on preparing for court.

It is an uphill battle, but it is not impossible to get through this situation.

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Can I Travel While Out On Bail?

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Can I Travel While Out On Bail?

Undoubtedly you have some kind of travel plans for this summer, whether you made them long in advance or they’re the last-minute plans. There’s no way you’re going to miss out on these epic moments with your best friends. Absolutely nothing can stop you – right?

Maybe wrong.

You neglected to mention that you’re currently out on bail – you were recently arrested by the police.

So the question is – can you travel while out on bail?

The answer isn’t so cookie-cutter of an answer for everyone. Some people will be allowed to travel without restrictions. Some will be limited to where and how far they can travel. And some will not be allowed to travel at all. It all depends on what the judge orders, based on the crime you’ve been arrested for, your relationships within the community, and your character overall.

Unfortunately, if you have vacation plans that were put in place before your arrest, and it turns out the judge is not letting you go, you better not go.

But if you are allowed to travel, that’s great! Now you just need to bail out of jail!

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2 New Tax Laws You Should Know About for 2022

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2 New Tax Laws You Should Know About for 2022

Nothing stays the same and taxes are no exception. Every single year, the IRS changes things up. It’s in your best interest to take a few minutes and review the new tax laws for 2022 that will come into play when you work on your 2021 tax return so you’ll know if they’re going to significantly impact your ability to successfully file a tax return. The sooner you look at the new tax laws, the more time you have to make adjustments before you’re required to submit your return on April 15.

Depending on your situation, there are two major new tax laws that could significantly alter the results of your 2021 tax return.

Child Tax Credit

The 2022 tax law change that will have the biggest impact on most Americans is a change the IRS has made to the child tax credit. It’s anticipated that this particular change will positively impact about 90% of the Americans who currently claim a standard deduction.

One of the biggest changes in IRS history is how the IRS started sending the child tax credit to qualifying families each month. It made a big difference to some families who were struggling to make ends meet.

The issue you may not be aware of is that the monthly credit could significantly impact how much you owe when you file your taxes in 2022. Anyone who received monthly child tax credits throughout 2021 will receive a Letter 6419 from the IRS that will provide detailed information about the payments you received and help you understand how this will impact you when you file your 2021 tax return.

Changes to Charitable Donations

In the past, you had to itemize all of your charitable contributions if you were using them for a tax break. One of the big changes is that you now can deduct up to $300 in cash donations that you made to registered non-profit organizations. No itemization is needed.

While you don’t have to itemize your cash donations when filing your 2021 tax return, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t. If you made more than $300 in cash donations, taking the time to itemize means you can claim those donations for up to 100% of their adjusted gross income. This is a huge change since the deduction has previously been limited to just 60%.

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Even People Who Can Afford Cash Bail Use Bail Bonds

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Even People Who Can Afford Cash Bail Use Bail Bonds

Bail bonds are an alternative means to bailing out of jail, costing people 10% of the full bail amount. Understandably, this can be seen as a “poor man’s” option for bail because it is significantly “cheaper” and bail is always so expensive. But the truth of the matter is that literally, anyone can and does use bail bonds – even the wealthiest 1%.

Aside from the lowered cost, many people opt for the bail bond route because it’s more convenient for them. When paying cash bail, they need to pay the entire bail amount before the defendant can be released from jail. That’s challenging. But when using a bail bond, a payment system is set up so that the defendant can be released from jail, and then he or she (or those on his or her behalf) will continue to make payments on the bail bond.

Learn more about the differences between cash bail and bail bonds, and see how bail bonds can be the better fit for you! Connect with one of the agents at Free at Last Bail Bonds call (615) 242-3733 today!

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Why Does Bail Exist?

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Why Does Bail Exist?

Bail exists to help balance the justice system. The purpose of bail is to let recently arrested defendants leave police custody and jail so they can return home to their loved ones and go back to work, spend time with family, and go about as much of their regular daily life as possible. It isn’t always fair to make all defendants remain in jail for weeks, months, even a year or more as their trial lingers on; they have yet to be found guilty or innocent. If they are innocent, spending all that time in jail would be a major human rights violation. If they are guilty, then they will do their time in prison, without the opportunity to bail out then.

Some defendants are denied the chance to bail on very extreme and serious circumstances – like having committed multiple heinous crimes and thus still pose as a huge threat to the public. Denying bail to dangerous individuals is done to protect the community.

If you have more questions about bail and bail bonds, or if you need a bail bond for yourself or a loved one, please reach out to Bail Bonds in Nashville immediately! We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Let us help you with your bail bond needs!

For a free consultation call (615) 242-3733 to speak with a licensed specialist today!

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Over-posting On Social Media While Vacationing?

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Over-posting On Social Media While Vacationing?

Posting pics on social media has become synonymous with traveling and vacationing. We love to show our friends and family the cool places we’re visiting, the delicious food we’re eating, and overall, all the fun we’re having while they are stuck at work. You may have so many photos to choose from to post, but make sure you choose wisely. You want to look good and you want that great shot that will get the most likes, but you also want to make sure you don’t accidentally post a photo that shows you doing something illegal (that you may or may not know was illegal).

The police can actually use your social media against you. For example, if you posted a photo of you feeding a cute, furry, wild animal, that might seem harmless. However, it may actually be illegal for humans to feed such animals, let alone be so close to them. Or maybe you posted a photo of you on a cool lookout spot that is actually on private property and thus you were trespassing. There are all kinds of scenarios that you could unknowingly (or knowingly) get yourself into. And when you put it on Instagram and Facebook, then you might get into more trouble.

We don’t want you to get arrested while on vacation (or when you get back) so just make sure you know what you can and cannot do in the places you’ll be visiting. If you or someone you know is arrested within Tennessee borders then Bail Bonds in Nashville can definitely help with an affordable and fast bail bond. Talk to one of our representatives anytime online or on the phone by dialing (615) 242-3733.

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Who Watches Your Back Better Than a Best Friend?

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Who Watches Your Back Better Than a Best Friend?

The best of friends always have each other’s backs. That is what makes them best friends. They support and protect one another, which is great until something happens to one of them. If one friend is arrested, the other is now left alone to try and fix everything. If this is what recently happened to you, then you understand. Bailing someone out of jail on your own for the first time is not an easy task. Most people need help.

The trick is to find the right person to help you. Not all bail agents are the same. Many are more concerned with making money off of their clients than they are with actually helping said client. You need to be careful when picking a bail agent. Luckily for you, you found Bail Bonds in Nashville.

For over 30 years, Bail Bonds in Nashville has been helping Tennesseans bail their loved ones out of jail. We know exactly what we are doing and have helped thousands of people achieve their goal of bailing out a friend or family member. You can count on us to take care of you and your loved one.

Unlike our competitors, we actually care about our clients. This is because we are a family-owned company. We know how important family is, and work hard to help our clients. Our agents start working for their clients right away and do not rest until they have finalized the bail bond.

Once your best friend is back at your side again, then our agents can relax. Just like you can count on your best friend to always have your back, you can count on Bail Bonds in Nashville. We will have your back as we help you bail your friend out of jail.

Why wait another minute, call (615) 242-3733 or click Chat With Us now for a free consultation.

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