A bail bond is the amount of money that a defender pays to the court. This money is meant to secure a release and to show that they will attend the trial. The process of reclaiming the bail will depend on whether you posted it through property, cash, or a bail bondsman. We can help to pay the amount that the judge sets at your arraignment, securing your release while you await trial for your case. Here is our advice that will help you understand what to do after the exoneration of your bail bond:

Make the Necessary Payments

Once exoneration of your bail bond happens, you still have to pay money, depending on how you obtained the bond. Cash bail is where you pay for the full amount of bail using your own money. In a case such as this, you won’t have to pay any amount after being bailed out. You are also refunded by the court for all the money you spent, including the charged fees. If you wish to use the services of a bail bondsman, we will cover the costs upfront.

After the completion of court proceedings, we will recover our costs from you at a specific percentage. In some occasions, the amount of bail goes to paying fines given by the court, especially in guilty verdicts. You may need to pay the bail bonds company to cover these expenses.

Gather Documentation

Contact the court to confirm your bail has been discharged and if there are any documents needed for this process. We can also assist in obtaining documents that are relevant to the dismissal. The documents include a bond from the bondsman, receipts for the initial payments, and written communication that proves your bail exoneration. For your personal reference, create copies of any state ID, passport, or driver’s license for proof of exonerated bail.

Confirm the Refund Procedure

Confirm the steps in the process of retrieving collateral or any posted money with your bondsman. Keep records of documents and messages related to the dismissal, such as receipts for the return of collateral or money. We check your financial statements to make sure that any released collateral or funded amount corresponds to your initial bail payment. In case of any inconsistencies, we will bring them to your attention and work with you to resolve them as quickly as possible.

Seek Assistance from a Reliable Bail Bondsman

Knowledge of the financial aspect of bail helps when going through the legalities of the bail bond process. When your bail bond has been exonerated, we can help you follow the correct procedures and have everything documented for future use and legal purposes. Woodard Bonding Company aims to provide surety bail bond services for individuals in Sumner County and the adjacent areas. We also have a bail bondsman available at any given time to attend to your calls and respond to your needs. Contact one of our staff for more information on what to do after your bail bond has been exonerated.