When you’re detained by the police and charged with a crime, the court allows you to post bail. This gives you the opportunity to hire a lawyer and prepare your defense. In many cases, the bail amount is more than anyone can pay out of pocket. To resolve this situation, people often borrow from a bail bonds service. However, what happens if you don’t appear for your scheduled court date?

What Happens If You Skip Bail?

What Will the Police Do?

When you skip bail, you’re considered a fugitive. This means the court will issue an arrest warrant for you, and your driver’s license will probably be suspended. This makes it easier for the police to apprehend you. The police will be given the information to help them identify you, and depending on the nature of your crimes, they may institute an active search for you.

What Will the Courts Do? 

It rarely takes long for a fugitive to be located and arrested for skipping bail. Upon returning to court, the individual usually faces additional criminal charges for running out on bail. Bail may also be revoked. If the judge still allows you to post bail, the amount required on the bond will be increased.

What Will the Bail Bondsman Do?

When you borrow from a bail bonds service, you pay a percentage of the bail as a fee. In return, the service will post the full amount required for your bail. The bail bonds service can do this because they will get that money back once you show up for court. If you fail to appear, the bail bonds service loses that money. As a result, they may confiscate any property you posted as collateral for the loan, and they may assign bounty hunters to help locate you.

After you’ve been arrested and charged with a crime, being unable to arrange for your release is even more frustrating. DiAdamo & Tracey Big Steve Bail Bonds in East Haven, CT, helps defendants post bail. This bail bonds service lets you obtain your release as early as possible so you can reunite with your family and prepare your defense. To learn more about their services, visit their website or call (203) 787-2245 to begin arranging to have your bail paid.