How do I get someone out of jail?

It depends on why the person is in jail in the first place. In most situations, the quickest way to free someone from jail is by bonding him or her out. If a person is charged with a state crime, he can be bonded out by a professional bondsman. A professional bondsman has entered into an agreement with the County of incarceration to guarantee the appearance of the accused at future court dates. The County will release the accused on a bondsman's guaranty. A professional bondsman normally charges 10-20% of the bail amount for his service. We recommend Burns Bail Bonds at 713-224-0305. You can avoid the bondman's charge by paying the bail in cash. A cash bond may be posted in Harris County at the bonding window at 49 San Jacinto, Houston, Texas. Be aware, however, that if you post a cash bond, it may take the County Sheriff several weeks after the case is over to return the money you have paid.

Contact a Houston Criminal Defense Attorney from our firm as soon as possible if you have been arrested or are under investigation.

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