Don't Commit Another Crime

While you are out on bail, you should be sure to follow all the rules. Don't take any chances on anything that may be interpreted as in violation of the law. If you have friends who often stir up trouble, avoid them for the entire time you are free on bail until your bail is dismissed (you may want to avoid them indefinitely).



While out on bail, you must always be a law-abiding citizen. So, if you are caught committing another crime during the time you are released on bail, you will be going right back to jail. Worse still, in such a situation, you won't have another shot at getting out on bail until your trial. Don't risk it.

Don't Skip a Court Appearance

Once your bail is posted, you are will have to appear at all of your scheduled court dates unless other arrangements have officially been made. If you don't show up for your court date, a bench warrant will be issued for your arrest. If you then encounter the police in any way, even as part of a traffic stop, you'll go directly back to jail.



If you miss a court date, contact your lawyer to explain the reasons why you missed your court date. In some cases, the lawyer may be able to arrange for another court date, but you should do this prior to the date that your court appearance is scheduled. Even this is not recommended. Missing the court appearance altogether is not an option unless you want bail revoked.

Don't Possess Weapons

One of the conditions that a judge may impose is to limit your ability to possess or carry firearms and other weapons. Destructive devices and dangerous weapons are prohibited in certain cases and situations. If you are told to not carry or possess a weapon, don't.

Stay Away from Certain People or Places

If you are forbidden from contacting the alleged victim or going to a certain place, steer clear of the person or place for the entire time you are out on bail. If you are caught harassing or otherwise contacting the forbidden person, that would be a serious violation that would send you right back to jail and unable to get out again until your trial.

Comply with Applicable Travel Restrictions

Depending on the details of your case, you may be forbidden from leaving the area or traveling to certain places. Pay careful attention to all travel restrictions that are in place as a condition of your bail and follow them all.

Finally, although getting arrested is a very traumatic experience, you can be free from the time that your bail is posted. If you follow the rules after being released on bail, you will be free until the trial. If you need to post bail for you or a loved one, contact A-Action Bail Bonds today. Our caring experts can access immediate bail information and post your bail by fax or phone.