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Is There Bail for Misdemeanor?
Is there bail for misdemeanor? While misdemeanors are not considered as serious as felony charges, when arrested on misdemeanor charges, you may need to pay misdemeanor bail to get released from jail. As with other offenses, the judge has the final say in the bail amount, though usually misdemeanor bail is much less than for… Continue
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How Many Misdemeanors Make a Felony?
There are several factors that go into whether you get charged with a misdemeanor or felony. But how many misdemeanors can you get before it automatically becomes a felony? Continue
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What is a Federal Offense?
A federal offense is a crime that violates law created by the United States Congress. Unlike a state crime, federal offenses are prosecuted under federal criminal law and can be tried in federal courts. Continue
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How Long Do You Go to Jail for a Federal Offense?
How long do you go to jail on a federal offense? In short, the time will vary based on the severity of the crime. Continue
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Navigating Bail: What is the difference between a Cash Bond and Bail Bond?
The bail process can be confusing and understanding the difference between a cash bond and bail bond can save you time. Continue
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Searching for an Ignition Interlock Device (IDD) near you?
If you’re convicted of a DUI in Kansas, you’re likely required to install an Ignition Interlock Device (IDD) to regain your full driving privileges. We make it easy. We partner with Intoxalock®, the nation’s #1 most-installed IID provider. With 106 service centers in Kansas, more than any other provider, over 90% of customers are within… Continue
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What Are Personal Recognizance Bonds?
A personal recognizance bond, or PR Bond, is a court release on your own merit. To be offered a PR bond, you must have a minor offense. Continue
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Bail Bond Vs. Personal Recognizance Bond
When facing an arrest, understanding your options for release from jail is crucial. While a Bail Bond is a common path, there are also situations where a Personal Recognizance Bond (PR Bond), or release on your own recognizance (OR), might be granted. Continue
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Understanding DUI Charges
Understanding DUI Charges In the State of Kansas, the legal blood alcohol limit is 0.08 for anyone 21 years of age and older. For anyone under the age of 21, there is zero-tolerance with a maximum blood alcohol level of .02 or above. The DUI court process is also different for a person under 21… Continue
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What to Expect: Your First DUI in Kansas
Understanding the Basics of DUI Arrests Being arrested for a DUI shouldn’t be taken lightly. A DUI is a crime and there are consequences to be paid, regardless of whether it is a first time offense or if you have a history of offense. But the more DUI arrests you have on your record, the… Continue
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Alert: Beware of Scam
It has come to our attention that a scam has been circulating using our name “Owens Bonding” to scam unsuspecting people related to individuals incarcerated, the individual is using the name of Joshua Bush and others, which we have no person by that name with our company. If you receive a text message from Owens… Continue
