Top Bail News, Hot Topics, and More
- November 04, 2012
- by Kimberly Faber
- Social Media
Bail agents have a lot to say when they hear the latest news and bail-related information on social media. This week's hot topics include a nearly 1 million dollar bond, some unfortunate in-costume arrestees, a superior court judge's support of bail bonds, and more. Here are just a few highlights of what the bail bond industry is talking about:
Maryland's bail system may face a drastic reform
A recently released report recomments changes to the bail system to change how bail hearings are run, increase release on own recognizance, and more.
Do you think the reform is necessary?
80-year old former psychiatrist posts $900,000 bail
A former child psychiatrist who was detained for alleged abuse of several male patients posted a near-million dollar bail.
Would you take him on as a client?
Best in-costume mugshots and arrests
Animals, McDonald's mascot Ronald McDonald, zombies, storm troopers, Disney princesses, superheroes, fairy tale characters and more are in this lineup.
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Rockville shooting suspect gets bail at $3 million
Charged with second-degree murder, Marcus Barshaw also is suspected of threatening a man with a knife and gun, making threatening Facebook posts, and refusing to drop his weapons when confronted by police.
Would you take on the risk?
Superior Court Judges believe bail bonds are important
During the American Judges Association Conference many superior court judges conducted a survey about commercial surety and bail bonds. 90% of those surveyed believe bail bonds are an important part of the criminal justic and legal system.
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Terminator 2 star released on a $50,000 bond.
Edward Furlong, who played John Connor in Terminator 2 was arrested after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend at LAX.
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