Legal Specs

Definition 1

practice, contracts. A specialty by which the defendant and
other persons, usually not less than two, though the sheriff may take only
one, become bound to the sheriff in a penalty equal to that for which bail
is demanded, conditioned for the due appearance of such defendant to the
legal process therein described, and by which the sheriff has been
commanded to arrest him. It is only where the defendant is arrested or in
the custody of the sheriff, under other than final process, that the
sheriff can take such bond. On this bond being tendered to him, which he is
compelled to take if the sureties are good, he must discharge the
defendant. Stat. 23 H. VI. c. 9.


2. With some exceptions, as for example, where the defendant surrenders,
5 T. R. 754, 7 T. R. 123, 1 East, 387, 1 Bos. & Pull. 326, nothing can be a
performance of the condition of the bail bond, but putting in bail to the
action. 5 Burr. 2683.


3. The plaintiff has a right to demand from the sheriff an assignment of
such bond, so that he may sue it for his own benefit. 4 Ann. c. 16, 20,
Wats. on Sheriff, 99, 1 Sell. Pr. 126, 174. For the general requisites of a
bail bond, see 1 T. R. 422, 2 T. R. 569 15 East. 320, 2 Wils. 69, 6 T. R.
702, 9 East, 55, . D. & R. 215, 4 M. & S. 338, 1 Moore, R. 514, 6 Moore, R.
264 East, 568, Hurls. on Bonds, 56, U. S. Dig. Bail V.

Posted on 11 May 2008

We all see those bail bonds commercials on television, but who really pays any attention to them? Nobody unless, of course, you suddenly find yourself knee deep in trouble with the law.

The whole idea of bail stems from an idea that has not always been part of the legal syste...

Posted on 11 May 2008

When you really think about it, the concept of bail is a pretty civilized idea. If you've been arrested for a crime, buying your freedom is probably a small price to pay.

The story of bail could be said to have originated in medieval England where the local sheriff had the bas...

Posted on 08 May 2008

Immigration bonds are not frequently talked about when it comes to bail bonds. If you are not an immigrant, then you will not need this form of specialized bond nor a bail bond agency that specializes in immigration. If you are a natural citizen, then you will not need the services of the ...

Posted on 08 May 2008

Bail bonds may not be something you ever need but should you find yourself in a jam, you are going to have to know something about how they work and how they benefit you. It could mean the difference between sitting in jail waiting on a court date and being able to be with your family or f...

Posted on 06 May 2008

California bail bonds work in quite the same fashion as bail bonds from the other 49 states, except for whatever particular laws and customs the state has issued. These laws and governing guidelines are taken from the different agencies that help govern a bail bond system.

Th...

Posted on 30 Apr 2008

Bail enforcement seems to be a booming business for reality television shows. Who can blame the producers? There is excitement, drama and a touch of possible violence that all comes together in one attractive package.

However, the bail bond business is not as glamorous as the...

Posted on 28 Apr 2008

Imagine having a job where you are always on call. The pay varies depending on how much work you produce and there is a certain element of danger to your role. If you can imagine that job, then you know what bail bondsmen go through each day. Bail bond agents never know what their day is g...

Posted on 25 Apr 2008

Prisons and jails will always be needed until humanity reaches the point where no crimes are committed. Prepare yourself for disappointment, because that is not going to be anytime in the near future. People are arrested for everything from domestic disputes to violent crimes.

Posted on 18 Apr 2008

The catch about bail bond agents is that you really do not pay much attention to them until you find yourself in a predicament with the law. There is a website where you can gain some knowledge of legal terms and perhaps find a bail agent who can help you get back on your feet again after ...

Posted on 16 Apr 2008

All the obvious technological marvels aside, one of the greatest inventions for some individuals has been a bail bond. It is hard to imagine but once upon a time these did not exist.

If you were arrested, then you sat in jail until the judge sentenced you. Bail bonds are for ...

Posted on 12 Apr 2008

Can you afford to be arrested and held in a jail cell until a judge gets around to hearing your case? The criminal system is overloaded with cases, so it could take several months to see a judge about your alleged crime. You do not have to sit in jail and wait, losing time and money.

Posted on 26 Aug 2007

You have heard it in the movie Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back when Boba Fett, a bounty hunter, arrested Han Solo and encased him in carbonite leaving him in suspended animation.

Just exactly what is a bounty hunter? What do they do?

A bounty hunter (a.k.a. b...

Posted on 09 May 2007

Personally as well as for business dealings one needs a lawyer. And, a lawyer must always be selected with great care. And the first thing to do is agree on fees. There are no recommended fee schedules but if a survey is made in your local area you will realize that there is a flexible fee...

Posted on 30 Dec 2006

Once in jail, some criminals can get temporary freedom through bail bonds. Bail bonds are basically contractual undertakings between the person posting bail and the bail bond broker. With the bail bond, it is the responsibility of the bail bond broker to promise the appearing of the defend...

Posted on 26 Jun 2006

Sometimes a defendant in a court case cannot raise enough money to cover the entire bail amount. In such instances, the defendant, a relative, or a close family friend can approach a bail bond agent as a co-signer to post the bail. In this case the defendant needs to pay about 10% of the b...

Posted on 07 Jun 2006

Federal Crimes

Federal crimes are those crimes which fall under federal jurisdiction. Congress enacts laws in areas that fall within federal jurisdiction. Typically, these are laws and regulations dealing with federal property, federal matters and federal taxes. Additionally,...

Posted on 31 Mar 2006

If ever you find yourself in a situation where a law officer takes you into custody then you must realize that you have been arrested. It is important for every citizen to know what it means to be arrested and what their rights are.

If you are arrested, the officer concerned ...