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If you have an upcoming court date, you may not know what to expect in the courtroom. You’ll likely have many questions or worries running through your mind, so it’s understandable that preparing for how to act, dress, or speak in court isn’t high on your priority list. Similar to how corporate etiquette refers to […]

While the holiday season presents a chance to open presents, spend time with loved ones and decorate a tree, another widespread occurrence is increased arrests. More festivities lead to increased alcohol consumption, stress, and opportunities for many illegal activities. Therefore, it is common to witness a lot of arrests made due to increased crime rates […]

You’ll never be more aware of your haves and have-nots than after being arrested. Apart from those convicted of violent crimes and people who are otherwise considered a danger to others, posting bail allows detainees to return home while awaiting trial. Unfortunately, bail amounts often exceed the money that people have readily at hand. At […]

When someone is arrested, they may be given the option to post bail in order to be released from jail while they await their trial. Bail is typically set by a judge and is based on the crime that the individual has been accused of, as well as their criminal history. If the individual does […]

Minnesota courts issue defendants two types of bonds: surety bonds and cash-only bonds. You must pay your set bond to avoid getting detained while you await the court to set a date for your trial. Unfortunately, cash-only bail bonds are usually expensive, and the process of posting the payment is usually more complex than posting […]