Q: How do I get someone out of jail?

Travis County has a personal bond system that allows many people to be released without hiring a bail bondsman or depositing a large sum of money with the county.

Qualifying for personal bond depends on several factors such as the nature of the alleged offense, prior criminal history, references, employment, and having a stable address. Sometimes it's necessary to hire a lawyer to qualify for personal bond. You may be able to determine if someone has already qualified for personal bond by calling Travis County Pretrial Services.

If personal bond isn't an option, other options include posting a cash bond or hiring a bail bonding company to post a surety bond. The bonding company charges a non-refundable fee for this service, which is often around 10% of the bond.

I can help you obtain personal bond or determine if it's necessary to hire a bail bondsman. This service is included when I'm hired to represent someone and I usually require payment of only a small portion of my fee to get started. If you would like a quote, give me a call at (512) 480-9020.