Surety Bonds
Professional surety bond services by licensed bondsmen. The most common and effective way to secure release from jail with affordable premium payments.
What Are Surety Bonds?
Surety bonds are the most common type of bail bonds, involving a three-party agreement between the defendant, the court, and a licensed bondsman.
A surety bond is posted by a licensed bail bondsman on behalf of the defendant. Instead of paying the full bail amount, you pay a premium (typically 10-15% of the total bail) to the bondsman.
The bondsman then posts a bond with the court guaranteeing the defendant's appearance. If the defendant fails to appear, the bondsman is responsible for the full bail amount to the court.
This system allows defendants to be released without paying the full bail amount upfront, making the justice system more accessible to those without significant financial resources.
Three-Party Agreement
Principal: The defendant who needs release
Obligee: The court requiring the bond
Surety: Broadway Bail Bonds (the bondsman)
Key Benefits
• Pay only 10-15% of total bail amount
• Professional guidance through the process
• 24/7 emergency service available
• Flexible payment plan options
Types of Surety Bonds
Surety bonds can be used for various types of legal proceedings beyond criminal cases.
Criminal Surety Bonds
Most common type for criminal charges and arrests
Coverage:
Misdemeanors, felonies, traffic violations
Process:
Posted by licensed bondsman with court
Civil Surety Bonds
Required for civil court proceedings and appeals
Coverage:
Injunctions, attachments, civil appeals
Process:
Guarantees payment of potential judgments
Administrative Surety Bonds
For administrative hearings and proceedings
Coverage:
License appeals, regulatory violations
Process:
Ensures compliance with administrative orders
Surety Bond Process
Our streamlined process gets defendants released quickly while ensuring all legal requirements are met.
Initial Contact
Call Broadway Bail Bonds with defendant information and charges.
Application & Approval
Complete surety bond application and undergo approval process.
Premium Payment
Pay the surety bond premium (typically 10-15% of total bond amount).
Bond Posted & Release
We post the surety bond with the court and defendant is released.
Surety Bond Advantages
No Full Payment Required
Pay only 10-15% premium instead of full bail amount
Professional Service
Licensed bondsmen handle all court procedures and paperwork
24/7 Availability
Emergency service available around the clock every day
Payment Plans Available
Flexible payment options to make bonds affordable
Surety Bond Costs
Surety bond premiums are typically 10-15% of the total bail amount set by the court.
$1,000
Bond Amount
$100 - $150
Simple misdemeanor charges
$5,000
Bond Amount
$500 - $750
Moderate felony charges
$10,000
Bond Amount
$1,000 - $1,500
Serious felony charges
$25,000
Bond Amount
$2,500 - $3,750
High-level felony charges
*Premiums are non-refundable fees for bondsman services. Payment plans available for qualified applicants.
Surety Bond Requirements
To qualify for a surety bond, the following requirements typically apply:
Important Reminder
The surety bond premium is a fee for services and is not refundable, regardless of the case outcome. This fee compensates the bondsman for the risk and service provided.
Broadway Bail Bonds Advantage
With over a decade of experience and a 5.0-star rating, we provide professional surety bond services with compassionate, reliable support.
Responsibilities & Obligations
Surety bonds create specific responsibilities for both the defendant and the person signing for the bond.
Defendant Responsibilities
Indemnitor Responsibilities
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