Legal Terms

When discussing the criminal justice system, people often mention “jail” and “prison.” While these terms might seem similar, they actually refer to different types of [...]

The Evolution of Bail Bonds Have you ever wondered how bail bonds came to be? Bail bonds are an integral part of our legal system today and are rooted in centuries-old history. This service [...]

Understanding Release Options in Minnesota: What’s the Difference? When it comes to bail bonds, the extent of knowledge most people have comes from what they’ve seen on TV and movies: A person [...]

Last month, we gave an overview of the penalties drivers face when charged with DUI in Minnesota. Among those DUI penalties is the revocation of driving privileges, but there are options for [...]

Last month we talked about celebrating safely, but if you missed our advice and found yourself arrested for Driving While Intoxicated/Driving Under the influence (DWI/DUI), the next steps can be [...]

“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be [...]

Without seeing it coming, many people are put into the position of helping a friend or loved one who has been arrested. While the bail process is happening, many don’t take the time to really [...]

Every day, thousands of people are victims of identity theft, with many not even knowing it until damage has been done. According to Minnesota law: A person who transfers, possesses, or uses an [...]

Sadly, domestic assault charges are one of the top three most common offenses in which we issue bail bonds. Minnesota has a reputation for some of the toughest assault laws in the country. Of [...]

Did you know these three crimes are different, even though they are often used interchangeably? If you have been arrested for any of these three, it is important to know what makes the crimes [...]