If you’ve never dealt with the legal system before, the idea of “posting bond” can be confusing. This article explains how a bail bond works in Kansas, why bonds exist, and what to…
When someone is arrested in Kansas, bail is not always required. In some cases, a judge may release a defendant on a PR bond, ccshort for “personal recognizance.” This guide explains how PR…
Seeing a bail amount of $500,000 can be shocking to families. Why do courts set bail so high, and what does it mean for defendants in Wichita and across Kansas? This article explains…
Many people are surprised to learn that bail bonds are often described as “10%.” What does that mean, and why isn’t the full bail amount required up front? This article explains the origin…
When someone you know has been arrested in Wichita or anywhere in Sedgwick County, the first step is often finding out where they are being held. The Sedgwick County inmate search and jail…
Baxter Bail Bonds DUI and DWI are terms often used interchangeably, but are they the same, and is one worse than the other? This guide explains the difference, how Kansas defines impaired driving,…
Many people Google “bonds” and land on two very different things, government savings bonds and court bail bonds. This guide explains what U.S. Series EE Savings Bonds are, how they work, and why…
If you’re out on bond in Sedgwick County and wondering whether you can “skip bail,” this guide explains what that means in Kansas, the consequences of missing court, how it affects co-signers, and…
Short answer – Often, yes. Many bail bonds in Wichita require a cosigner (also called an indemnitor), someone who promises to help ensure the defendant appears in court and agrees to financial responsibility…
If someone you love was arrested in Wichita, here’s exactly how to post bail in Sedgwick County, what to bring, how much you’ll owe, and how fast release happens. This guide reflects Kansas…