Bail bonds services
When a friend or family member is arrested on a criminal charge, whether it’s a misdemeanor or a serious felony, the clock is ticking. You are facing confusion, high anxiety, and a complex legal system. Louisiana Bail Agents is your immediate solution. We are the trusted, local experts available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to guide you through the bail process and secure the fastest possible release across Southeast Louisiana.We don’t just post bonds; we provide clarity and support in your time of crisis. If your loved ones are in custody, we are ready to act!
We don’t just post bonds; we provide clarity and support in your time of crisis. If your loved ones are in custody, we are ready to act!
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In Louisiana, criminal offenses are classified into two main categories, each affecting the bail amount and the release process: Misdemeanors and Felonies.
A misdemeanor is a less serious crime, typically punishable by a maximum of one year in a parish jail and/or a fine. However, a misdemeanor arrest still results in detention, and time behind bars, even for a few hours, is time lost. Here are some common misdemeanor bail bond services we handle:
Description & Penalties
Bail Considerations
Driving Under the Influence (often a misdemeanor for first and second offenses).
Fast release is crucial to start working on the defense and potentially save driving privileges.
Unwanted physical contact or offensive touching.
Often has a predetermined, standard bail schedule, allowing for a swift release.
Possession of small amounts of certain controlled substances.
Charges vary widely; we confirm the exact bond amount with the specific parish jail.
Minor property crimes (often under a state-defined dollar amount).
We work quickly to secure the bond so the accused can prepare for their court date.
Attempting to commit a battery.
Requires a licensed agent to post a surety bond.
Felony charges are the most severe criminal offenses and carry significant penalties, including more than one year in state prison, large fines, and loss of civil rights. Felony bail amounts are often substantially higher, requiring specialized expertise and comprehensive financial documentation.
Due to the risk, bail for felonies is rarely pre-set. A judge must hold a Bail Hearing (often within 72 hours) to determine the bail amount based on factors like the defendant's flight risk, criminal history, and community ties. Our agents are ready immediately after the judge sets the bond to ensure zero delay in the posting and release process.
The court or judge sets the total bail amount (e.g., $10,000).
By law, you pay us a non-refundable premium of 12% of the total bond amount.
Example: For a $10,000 bond, the fee you pay is $1,200.
We then post a surety bond with the court, guaranteeing that the full $10,000 will be paid if the defendant fails to appear in court.
The jail processes the paperwork, and your loved one is released.
Due to the risk, bail for felonies is rarely pre-set. A judge must hold a Bail Hearing (often within 72 hours) to determine the bail amount based on factors like the defendant's flight risk, criminal history, and community ties. Our agents are ready immediately after the judge sets the bond to ensure zero delay in the posting and release process.
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