How Bail Bonds Work

With Pat Pico's Acme Bonding Company, posting a bail bond is a simple process. When you call us, one of our dedicated staff members will take down the information of the person in jail and gather information from the individual who will be signing for the bond. When you choose Pat Pico as your bail bondsman, you will receive his undivided attention and service without delay.

Not everyone who has been arrested and taken to jail qualifies for immediate bail - the primary factors include the type of charge and the arresting agency. In cases where the defendant is eligible for a surety bond, a bail agent can assist in securing a release for the defendant (in Ohio, the fee is typically 10%). If a bail bond is posted, a contractual agreement between the bail agent, co-signer and defendant now exists and extends throughout the duration of the court process. While out on bond, most travel outside the area is restricted and certain conditions must be adhered to - namely, not committing another offense or possibly, not having any contact with an alleged victim. The bottom line is the bail agent is an extension of the jail and he/she must be updated in a timely manner with regards to changes in work, address and phone numbers. Not complying with these stipulations can result in a bond revocation.

Our goal is to get you set up with a bail bond as soon as possible, so that we can start the process to get your loved one out of jail. Pat Pico will simplify the process for you and explain the steps that must be followed for a successful release.

While we cannot guarantee that your loved one will be out of jail within a certain time frame, you can rely on our expertise with the Ohio court system to make the entire situation easier on everyone involved.

To get a bail bond, call us now at 330.770.0752. We provide bail services in Youngstown, Warren, Niles, Austintown, Canfield,  Boardman, Poland, Struthers, Sebring, North Lima, New Middletown, Ohio and surrounding cities/counties. In addition, we have agents available in most states throughout the country.