When a family member is arrested and you are working with a bail bondsman to get them released, you may hear the word “collateral” come up. For many families, this is unexpected and a little alarming. Understanding what bail collateral in Georgia actually means, when it is required, and how

When a loved one is arrested, the first thing most families want to know is: how long does it take to get out of jail in Georgia? The honest answer is that it depends. Release after posting bail can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 24 hours or more, and

Duane “Dog” Chapman has captured more than 10,000 fugitives. He’s written bonds, skipped bail himself, and spent decades chasing people who thought they could disappear. When Dog the Bounty Hunter sits down to talk about bail bonds and second chances, it’s not theory. He’s lived all three sides of the

Once a person is arrested, they must be booked. This process may take as little as forty-five minutes to several hours. Once a judge sets the amount of the bond, the person, also known as the defendant, may post bail and be released until an arraignment hearing date is set.