Item: Los Angeles DUI Lawyers Hoffman and Associates
Rating: 5
Author: Micaiah Botts

Southern California Bail Bondsmen

Southern California Bail Bondsmen

Many people are confused as to how bail bondsmen can help them when they are in custody. What is important to know is that bail is normally set at an amount that is unaffordable by the average person. Bail bondsmen help pay the required amount, and in return they get a fee that is figured as a percentage of the full amount.

For example, if your bail amount is set at $10,000 a bail bond company would pay the $10,000 for you to be released from custody. The bail bond company will then charge you anywhere from $800 to $1000, depending on the level of their fee. In general, bail bond companies charge between 8% and 10% of your total bail amount for posting your bail and having you released from custody. They keep this fee even after your case is completed.

What Information Do I Need To Give To the California Bail Bond Company?

The way a bail bond company works is that, by posting bail for you, they are essentially promising that you will attend all mandatory court dates and stay out of trouble until the case is closed. They stand to lose the amount of the posted bail if you fail to appear in court or find yourself being arrested again. Because of this risk, the bail bond company will ask for background information, as well as collateral to secure the bail amount. Some bail bond companies even ask for liens against property in the state to serve as collateral for bail.

How Do I Find a Reputable Bail Bondsman in California?

While the bail bond company is allowed to ask you personal financial questions, how do you know if that company you are providing your private information to is a legitimate one? We highly recommend that you go through a bail bond company that comes from a referral. One of our clients made the mistake of using a bail bondsman he found through a Google search when he was trying to get his brother released from custody. The company asked for a lot of personal information, as well as verification of income and social security, and told him they would take more than one day to post bail. Instead, this client decided to use a bail bondsman recommended by Hoffman & Associates and was able to get the bail process completed within a few hours and have his brother back home.

The skilled criminal defense attorneys at Hoffman & Associates have more than 30 years of daily courtroom experience in courts throughout California. We have developed relationships with prosecutors and judges over the years that benefit our criminal defense clients, and also have trusted referrals to bail bondsmen who can help get you released from custody quickly. We offer a consultation, so contact us today to discuss the facts of your case.

★★★★★

I can't begin to thank Mr. Hoffman enough for his extensive efforts throughout the entire case. He went absolutely above and beyond throughout the entire process. From day one he was immediately actively pursuing ways to prevent my case from ever going to court and once that was no longer an option, actively began working on getting the case ultimately dismissed. His communication was consistent and reassuring, despite my frantic worries all the time... Micaiah Botts

My family and I simply owe our life and future to Ron Hoffman. If you are looking for a lawyer that goes above and beyond the call of duty you can't find a better lawyer than Ron. He took my case head on from the moment I called his office. I was involved in an accidental hit and run where I was unaware of the injury. Every step of the way, Ron guided me through an almost two year long investigation and court settlement process and was constantly by my side through out every crossroad... Bill Martin

Ron Hoffman and his staff were Fantastic when dealing with such a serious issue of DUI. When I first Called Ron I was very nervous and worried for my daughter and her freedom. She had a failure to appear on top of her DUI and I knew just how bad this could be. Ron was able to immediately put me at ease and gave me the confidence that there was hope and a light at the end of the tunnel. Ron was able to get the failure to appear dismissed and also no jail time for my daughter... Claude Brown

I have been working with Mr. Hoffman for over 11 years. I have seen first hand his genuine dedication to his clients, and how his experience, knowledge and passion have gotten clients fantastic results. He treats each of his clients as his only client, and takes the time to develop detailed strategies and defenses for each individual case. I have never hesitated to refer Mr. Hoffman to anyone who has asked me for a good Criminal Defense attorney. He is a fantastic attorney!... Neeta P.

I had a DUI issue recently. I have never had a problem with the law as serious as this one. I did panic a bit after and knew I had to get a lawyer to help my future. I researched the Web and read the reviews for awesome DUI Lawyers. Hiring a lawyer can be intimidating. Ron's 30 years experience and step by step guidance helped me with my case. Jonie was amazing with keeping me calm. Ron Hoffman is a great lawyer and I would refer any friends or family to him... Manuel Gomez

Ron was so accommodating and professional. With a Firm like his you wouldn't expect him to be as accessible, but he immediately returned phone calls, was easy to communicate with and was very sympathetic to my situation. He went above and beyond and was able to get a better result than I'd hoped or expected. I highly recommend Ron Hoffman and his firm. He made a difficult and anxiety fueled process bearable and made me feel safe. He is a lovely man. One does not wish to need a criminal attorney, but if you do need one, Ron's the guy to call... Teri A.

Ron and his team were the perfect pairing for what I needed taken care of. Every step of the way he was extremely helpful and informative (not his first rodeo). His work ethic and attitude were exemplary and it showed with the results of using his services. I would recommend anyone I know to give Ron a call if they need help in his realm of expertise. Many thanks Ron and associates!... Donald N.

I didn't hire a lawyer for my first DUI... What a mistake! Ronald goes above and beyond with his art and knowledge of custom strategy according to your case. lawyer of the year (every year)... Adam R.

I hate lawyers. They are hard to get a hold of, greedy and unreliable. Ron is the opposite of all these things. He deserves 6 stars, and I very much recommend him. He helped me through my case with nothing but kindness, understanding, and knowledge and eventually got it dropped. Thanks for everything Ron!... Avi Z.

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