When you are in need of bail, you not only have a choice in the type of bail you use but in the location of the bail bond company. Read on for some advice on why location matters when choosing a bail bonding company.

Pay the Bail or Pay for a Bail Bond?

Your first choice concerns the way you pay the court (or the jail) for the bail. Many people are shocked and upset when they find out how much it takes to be free from jail. With jail being such an uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous place, many are ready to pay whatever they can afford just to get out of jail. You don't have to pay the large bail amount asked for by the court, however. By using a emergency bail bond company you can automatically save a huge sum of money over paying the bail. Here is what else to know about bail bonding companies:

These agencies are not directly affiliated with the jail or the courts but instead, they work closely alongside them to provide a service to those incarcerated.

Being bailed out of jail is not just good for defendants but it suits the jail too since many are overcrowded and court dates may be set for months in advance.

Bail bonds are cheaper because you only have to pay a small percentage of the full bail cost. Each state has its own guidelines about what can be charged.

How Location Matters

When it comes time to choose a bail bonding company, you may be confused at all the choices listed online or in the phone book. To help you make a better choice, keep in mind it's best to work with a bonding agency that is near the jail. Here's why:

• Familiarity – Bail agents with experience in a given area form relationships with court and jail personnel. That means you benefit from that familiarity through the ease of working with the justice system and the knowledge of how things are done in a particular location.
• Convenience – When the bail company is only blocks from the jail, it can mean a faster release process. You might even be able to walk between the bail company and the jail and parking can often be a problem in these situations.
• Legal Issues – Bail rules vary from place to place so stay within your state or county if possible. If your loved one is being held in a different state, you may be able to have a local agent do a transfer bail bond long distance.

To get more information about bail bonds in your area, speak to an agent as soon as possible.