This is the place to share bad experiences to maybe help others from going through the same thing. Bail bonds can be confusing. Help others sort through the confusion. If you did not understand something but now you do, share it. You may be able to help others.
For example, there is often confusion about the premium and the fact that it is non-refundable. The Bail Bond Agreement or contract you sign states that the premium is non-refundable. As soon as the arrestee is released on the bail bond the premium is fully earned. Even if the person gets rearrested 5 minutes later, you don't get the premium back. The bond is good for one year. Most cases are resolved in less than a year. If the bond is not exonerated at the end of the year you must either pay the premium again, get the defendant released on an O.R. or put the person back in custody.
What if the District Attorney didn't file charges? Do I get my premium back? The answer is no. Regardless of whether the person was falsely arrested, no charges were filed or the case was dismissed you don't get the premium back.
Can I sue the police/sheriff for false arrest and make them pay the premium? You can sue anyone for anything but I've rarely heard of these types of lawsuits being successful. Your best bet would be to consult an attorney for legal advice.
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My son is at L.A. County. Before I knew he was there I got a call from a bail person. It was wierd that they called me. I don't know how they got my number. My son said he didn't give my number to anyone. I am online looking for another bailbonds person.
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