Federal Bail Bonds

ASAP Bail Bonds is determined to provide the best bail bond services in all of Houston. That means offering options for all of our clients. We offer bail bonds for various situations, from transfer to federal bonds. Federal bonds can be incredibly tricky if you hire a bail bond company that doesn’t know how the process of posting bail in a federal jail works. When you work with us, we provide all the expertise and knowledge you need to post bail and be released from federal custody.

A few vital bits of knowledge to know right away is that only a federal judge can set the bail when going to a federal jail. If you cannot pay the bond entirely, then calling a bail bond company such as us is your only option to avoid federal jail time. The bail for federal cases is typically set at a much higher price than standard bail bonds. Also, another court hearing is conducted before bail is officially set. The reason is to ensure that the money or property that is being used to pay bail was not earned through criminal activity. Once you prove that the money is legitimate, bail is set, and a bail bond company is needed.

Tips for Handling Federal Bail Bonds

While many prefer to have their bail bonds handled by a company that has been recommended by a friend or family member, it’s more significant that you get an agency that is familiar with federal bonds. You may get advised to a company that does traditional bonds only. If that happens, then you risk hiring an agent that can’t handle the complexities of the federal bail process.

Another element to consider is the collateral that needs to be offered. A federal case is more risky and complicated. Therefore, the bondsman requires collateral worth 150% the bail amount to cover the remainder of the bail. Usually, the defendant must still pay 15% of the bail amount anyways.

When it comes to federal cases, the process of bail bonds is far more intricate and stressful. For a bail bond company that can handle the stress, call ASAP Bail Bonds today. You can reach any of our various offices 24/7.