How to react when someone you know needs your help in getting out of jail

Your phone rings. You don’t know the number, but you pick up anyway. It’s your friend on the other line, telling you they got into some trouble and needs you to bail them out. Immediately, you are overcome with a flood of emotion – anger, concern, disappointment, but still a little bit of relief. You agree to help them out, hang up, and get ready to go.

Now that you bailed your friend out, how do you approach the topic? Where in your emotions and opinions do you begin to question and lecture? Keep reading for some pointers and things to consider on this sensitive yet crucial conversation.

1. Contain anger and do not let it get out of control. You should be angry, but it shouldn’t overpower – it won’t help the rest of the conversation and your relationship.
2. Express concern and disappointment and set limitations – for the situation and, if necessary, for their past and future. Hopefully this offense is their first and only, but remember that get-out-of-jail-free cards aren’t always this easy. Next time they won’t be so lucky, and next time, you may not be there. It may sound harsh, but harsh is necessary.
3. End the conversation with relief that ultimately, they are okay. Matters could have been worse, but that they are walking away with you now, is a good sign.

A part of being a friend is helping them through rough times and leading them to become a better person. This applies throughout your whole friendship, not just when they call on you for help.

If you’re ever in the situation where you need to bail a friend out, remember those three key points. Our professional and helpful staff at Castaic Bail Bonds Store is also here to assist you and walk you through this tough time. Please don’t hesitate to call us anytime at 877-793-2245.

What does a bail bond do?

We’ve all seen the scenes on television and movies, perhaps heard it on the news – this person was released on so-and-so dollars bail, and must appear again in count in a certain matter of time. This bail comes from a bail bondsman, paying on behalf of the defendant.

Because the US Constitution protects our freedom and rights, every person is always innocent until proven guilty. This is why suspects are allowed to go about living their lives until their court hearing (unless of course, the judge orders otherwise in more serious instances). Court hearing dates are often quite a number of days away. If the suspect cannot post bail, they must remain in jail until said date, meaning they are taken away from family, friends, work, etc.

Our team at Castaic Bail Bonds Store recognizes and values the importance of family unity and personal security, and we always treat every client as one of our own. That’s why we are dedicated to helping clients post bail so they can maintain important relationships, work commitments, and more. We’re here if you ever need our assistance – please don’t hesitate to contact us. The sooner we get your loved one out, the sooner you’ll have them in your arms.

Call us now to see for yourself. 877-793-2245.