On numerous occasions, we have warned about the potential harm that
can come from being the indemnitor, or bail bonds signer, if you do not
have a close relationship with the arrestee. We normally recommend that a
relative, spouse, or very close friend take on this responsibility,
because the released person will be less likely to leave that individual
high and dry.
To recap, an indemnitor is the person who signs the bail bond and
takes responsibility of the arrestee, ensuring that he attend every
court date. Should the defendant skip the trial or runaway, the
indemnitor could be held accountable for paying the entirety of the bail
bond. If the indemnitor is a family member, the chances of abandonment
are greatly reduced.
That being said, sometimes the defendant will flee anyways. If you
have reason to suspect that this has occurred, do not wait around hoping
that the individual will make the “right” choice and turn himself in.
First, try to contact the arrestee through close friends and
acquaintances. Plead your case; you will be in debt to the bail bond agency if they do not help.
If that does not create any leads, the second step is to let these
friends know that you want the defendant to call you. Leave your number,
if you feel safe doing so, and tell them to pass along the message if
the defendant contacts them.
Finally, tell your bail bondsman. This can be hard, and you may fear
severe consequences, but this shouldn’t deter you.
Please CALL:
Rapid Release Bail Bonds
20 Gibson Pl
Freehold NJ 07728
(732)-294-1138
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