When someone you care about has been incarcerated, a bail bond may be the only way to get them out of jail. Unfortunately, there are unscrupulous scam artists who try to prey on the desperation of those whose loved ones have gotten into trouble with the law. Luckily, there are ways to find out if an agent is reliable. Here are a few signs that a bail agency offers the service you need.

What Makes a Good Bail Bond Agency?

1. Fully Licensed

Connecticut requires anyone acting as a bail agent to be licensed by the state police. Licensed agents have gone through a rigorous background check and proven that they have the financial resources to back their bonds. Any respectable bail bond agent should be willing to produce their license upon request, so don’t be afraid to ask.

2. Office Location

Less reputable bail bond agents sometimes wait at police stations for families trying to secure the release of their loved ones; others might only meet you at the station or your home, which usually means they don’t have a brick-and-mortar office location. Reliable bonding companies will typically have an office and someone available to help 24 hours a day; this lets you know that they aren't going anywhere if you need them.

3. Experience

A new bail agent may be able to provide acceptable services, but you might not want experimentation when your family member’s freedom is on the line. Whenever possible, go with a bail agency that has been around for at least 10 years. Their agents will have worked with every law enforcement agency in the area, allowing them to provide faster service and answer all of your questions quickly.

4. Positive Reputation

Other people’s experiences are a good indicator of the level of service a bail agency provides. While you may feel pressed for time, read reviews of every agency you’re considering. This can tell you whether they deliver the results you’re looking for, whether they treat their clients with respect, and if they’ve been subject to any fines or gotten into trouble with the law themselves.

Getting into legal trouble is always a stressful situation, which is why families across Connecticut trust 3-D Bail Bonds. Our bail bond agents understand that an arrest can be a difficult situation. That's why we've provided services to Connecticut residents for over 23 years. Because an arrest can happen at any time, we also offer 24-hour availability. Visit our website to read our reviews, follow us on Facebook for helpful tips, and call (860) 247-2245 to reach our main office in Hartford. Our office is located at 57 Fishfry Street, directly across from the Hartford Correctional Center. To speak with a bail bondsman in New Britain, call (860) 229-2525 or visit our Facebook page. Call (203) 562-6666 for help in the Hamden area, and visit our Facebook page for more information.