How Bail Works for the Rich and Famous

White Collar Criminal

When someone rich, famous or powerful gets arrested, the court process might differ in some ways compared to a regular person. The fundamental principles of the legal system still apply, of course, and everyone is subject to the same laws and rules. But the circumstances surrounding their arrest and release could vary widely, and the […]

Can You Get Bailed Out Late at Night?

suspect gets arrested late at night

Crime isn’t something that happens on a schedule. Getting that dreadful call in the middle of the night or over the weekend about a loved one being arrested is something none of us would want to experience. Unfortunately, these situations are something we see a lot at 1st Call Bail Bonds. As we’ve dealt with […]

Is Pleading the Fifth an Admission of Guilt?

Defendant looks at judge

We hear it on the news and TV shows all the time, but what is “pleading the Fifth” really? How does it work in reality? If you or a loved one has been arrested, it’s probably time to separate the facts from the fiction. Let the experts at Big Bubba’s walk you through it. The […]

Hiring an Attorney vs Working with a Bail Bond Agent

Word BAIL composed of wooden dices. Wooden gavel and statue of Themis in the background.

Approximately three quarters of those currently in Texas jails have not been charged with a crime. When a loved one is stuck in jail, every minute seems like an hour. If you or someone you know has been arrested, you may need to decide between hiring an attorney or using a bail bonds agent. Both […]