The cost of a payment bond typically ranges from 1% to 3% of the total contract amount, depending on the project size, contractor’s credit, and financial history. Payment bonds are required on many construction projects, especially public or government-funded ones,…
It can be confusing and frightening when someone breaks into a home or property but doesn’t take anything. Not all break-ins are motivated by theft. Sometimes the person has other reasons, emotional, psychological, or personal, for entering a space. In…
The typical cost of an immigration bond in the United States ranges from $5,000 to $10,000. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or an immigration judge sets the bond amount based on the person’s risk of flight, criminal history, and immigration…
You can get a bond without a lawyer by requesting bail directly from the court, working with a bail bondsman, or paying the bond amount yourself. While an attorney can help speed up the process, it’s not required. Courts allow…
Kansas Senate Bill 473 became law on July 1, 2024. This new law brings major changes to how bail bonds work in Wichita and across Kansas. Many families are now asking how these rules affect the bonding process and what…
Technically, you cannot be indicted without some form of evidence, but the standard of proof for an indictment is very low. A grand jury does not require proof beyond a reasonable doubt, or even clear and convincing evidence. Instead, it…
An immigration bond allows someone detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to be released from custody while their immigration case continues. Not everyone qualifies for this type of bond. Eligibility depends on legal status, criminal record, and whether the…
Yes, federal charges can be dropped, although it is not very common. Once the federal government files charges, the case typically moves forward because prosecutors have already gathered strong evidence. Still, there are situations where federal charges may be dismissed…
When people think of burglary, they often imagine a long, drawn-out process. In reality, the average burglary is much shorter than many expect. According to law enforcement data, most burglaries are quick and focused events. Knowing how long a typical…
In most cases, you can get bail for assault and battery charges. These offenses are eligible for bail unless they involve extreme violence, use of a deadly weapon, or serious injury to the victim. Bail allows the accused to be…