Bail bonds come in several forms, each suited to a different situation. Knowing the common types helps you understand what you might need. This guide explains the most common bail bond services in plain terms.
Surety Bonds
The most common type. A bondsman guarantees the full bail to the court in exchange for a 15% premium. This is what most people mean when they say "bail bond."
Surety bonds are the most common service. The bondsman guarantees the bail and you pay the regulated 15% premium.
Felony and Misdemeanor Bonds
Bonds are often described by the level of charge. Felony bonds cover more serious charges and tend to be higher, while misdemeanor bonds cover lesser offenses and are usually lower. Both work the same way mechanically.
Specialty Bonds
- DWI bonds for impaired driving charges
- Traffic bonds for serious traffic offenses
- Domestic violence bonds with their special conditions
- Immigration bonds handled through the federal system
- Probation violation bonds when bail is set on a violation
Choosing the Right Service
You do not need to figure out which type you need on your own. When you call a bondsman with the charge and the bail amount, they will know exactly which service applies and how to handle it.
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Barrino Bail Bonds handles all of these bond types across North Carolina, and has since 2012. Whatever the charge, call us and we will help. Call 336-422-6190 any time, day or night.
