DUI Bail Bonds

A DUI, otherwise known as Driving Under the Influence, is a serious offense that can lead to serious consequences for an arrestee while it can also carry a six-figure bail fee for felonies. However, our DUI bail bonds can reduce your financial obligation by 90% while also helping you (or a loved one) get out of jail fast.

Here at San Diego Bail Bonds, our team of dedicated bail bondsmen believes that as well as the right to a fair trial, all defendants deserve their freedom between the time of their arrest and their trial date. Our DUI bail bonds will help you avoid unnecessary time behind bars. You can discover the benefits yourself by calling us now.

Understanding DUI Charges in California

In the State of California, DUI charges and DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) charges are the same thing. DUI arrests are defined by Penal Code 23152 and can be considered a misdemeanor or felony. The first three offenses are usually misdemeanors, but are upgraded to felonies for;

Drivers who have had four or more DWI charges within 10 years.
Drivers who have a previous felony DUI against their name.
Any DUI with hit and run or DUI with accident charges attached.
Any DUI charge where a minor was in the car.

How Much is Bail for a DWI?

When arrested for a DUI offense in California, a judge will determine whether you are eligible for bail. In most cases, the option of bail will be granted. However, the fee is often set to $100,000 or more as a sign of the severity of the crime and to prevent any risk of defendants taking flight or ignoring their bail conditions. This is because the bail figure is only returned to the defendant (or indemnitor) after the trial if they have attended court hearings and satisfied their other obligations. If you fail to do this, the courts will keep the funds.

The exact bail amount will be influenced by a range of factors, such as;

Blood alcohol content (BAC) levels.
Criminal history.
Whether there was an accident causing death/injuries.
Whether there was an accident causing property damage.
Where the arresting officer made the traffic stop.
The type and severity of charges.
Other aggravating factors.

DWIs are one of the crime types where it may be possible to get a lower bail figure set on the basis of personal recognizance, especially in cases where jail time is not expected even when found guilty. It may be necessary to give up your driving license or use an ignition interlock device, but this can be seen as a fair trade if it reduces your bail fee.

DUI Bail Bonds Explained

Following the bail hearing, candidates who do have the option to post bail will have several options at their disposal. For starters, they may decide to reject the option and remain in custody. However, this can have a damaging impact on the defendant’s wellness, finances, and reputation.

When deciding to post bail to secure your release from custody, there is the option to post the full $100,000 (or the amount set by the judge) through cash, real estate, or from money borrowed by a friend. It should be noted, though, that collateral payments usually have to be worth at least twice the value of the total bail amount. The other option is to use a bail bond.

The fundamentals of DUI bail bonds are the same as bail bonds for any other crime, and this does not change when dealing with DUI with hit and run or DUI with accident cases. The process is as follows;

You pay 10% (8% for military veterans) of the total bail amount to SD Bail Bonds.
Our bail bondsmen will contact the jail and judge to pay your total bail fee and take on the financial responsibility regarding your subsequent court appearances.
The prison or detention center will release you from jail.

Following this, you will be free to prepare your defense and continue living life without the repercussions of spending unnecessary time behind bars. With a reputable DUI bail bonds service behind you, the process will run smoothly.

While you won’t get the 10% fee back, you also avoid the admin fees and additional costs. Crucially, you avoid the need to find $100,000 or potentially put your capital and collateral at risk.

Flexible DUI Bail Bonds to Suit You

DUI bail bonds instantly save you from having to find tens of thousands of dollars. Nonetheless, finding a few thousand dollars is still a tough task. If you’re the defendant in custody, gaining access to capital is hard in your current situation. And if you’re a co-signer, you’d prefer to limit your financial exposure. Flexible payment options from SD Bail Bonds could provide the solution.

The exact options available to you will depend on circumstances ranging from credit scores to criminal records and whether a co-signer is available. However, eligible candidates can take advantage of programs like our 1% bail bonds and 0% bail bonds. This means that you could be released from custody with either no down payment or a minimal down payment today. Following this, the rest of the balance can be repaid over the coming months via an agreed payment plan.

Whichever repayment plan is selected, you will not pay interest charges, meaning the 10% premium is all you will pay. Furthermore, payments can be made via all major debit or credit cards while paperwork is completed online for convenience. Our experts will also complete all checks quickly so that they can take the next steps of getting the defendant out of jail fast.

Contact San Diego Bail Bonds Now

When arrested on suspicion of a DUI or DUI with accident, a quick response is vital if you wish to avoid extended time in custody. Our 24/7 opening hours, good connections with jails across the State of California, and a range of payment options make us perfectly placed to represent you at this time.