The Bail Process

Arrested in Oklahoma? Here's what happens next.

When your loved one is accused and subsequently arrested for a crime, they are brought to a detention center for booking.  During the booking process, the booking officer will gather their personal information,

such as name, address, birthday, appearance, and the alleged crime.  The officer will then take their fingerprints, mugshot and seize (and inventory) their personal property. 

At this time,  the suspect should be informed of his/her bond amount.  The most common forms of bail are CASH BAIL (this is paid directly to the courts in full); and BAIL BOND (which requires the services of a Bail Bondsman and is provided at a reduced rate).  In some cases, such as Domestic Violence and Failure to Appear, the suspect will be required to see a Judge before a bond will be set. 

The fee for posting a bail bond is typically 10%.  Bail Bondsmen have a minimum fee, which starts around $200.  In addition to paying the fee for the bond, we have other requirements, depending on the amount of the bond and the suspects previous history.  Typically, the requirement is simply to have a close friend or family member co-sign.  Occasionally we require the co-signer to put up real estate as collateral.  This collateral will be returned to you at the conclusion of your loved one’s sentencing, provided that the accused complies with all terms of their pre-trial release and makes all court dates.

After you contact us, we will collect the case information, prepare all necessary documents and post the bond with the corresponding court.  After which, your loved one will be processed out of the detention center and all personal property that was seized will be returned.  The releasing process can take several hours, depending on the facility.