You're probably familiar with the term obstruction of justice, but do you actually know what it means? Cornell Law School defines obstruction of justice as: Obstruction of Justice is a serious offense that can damage your record and your reputation. In Tennessee, a person may be convicted...
One of the first things you must consider when dealing with an employer and an arrest issue is that Tennessee is an at-will-employment state. This means employers have the right to terminate an employee's employment status for any reason, including getting arrested. The state's at-will...
Social media is supposed to be a fun way to stay connected to your family and friends, and for the most part, that’s exactly what it is. However, as some people have found out, there are a few different ways that social media can cause...
Knowing you should have both your criminal and arrest records is one thing. Knowing how to acquire these reports is a whole different matter. Since Tennessee’s arrest records are a matter of public record, you’re legally allowed access to the information, but to obtain it,...
You’ve just gotten a call from a loved one. They’ve been arrested. They’re scared. They know how much bail is needed but they don’t have the funds available. You’ve agreed to help but aren’t sure how much time you have to act. The first thing you...
When you learn that one of your loved ones has been arrested and needs you to help them secure a bail bond, the kneejerk reaction is to call the first bail bonds company you see and sign a contract. Granted, there is a chance that this...
No one wants to spend the Christmas season sitting in a jail cell with a DUI charge hanging over their head, yet that’s exactly what will happen to several people this holiday season. Drunk driving is one of the most common reasons people are arrested...
Going out on the town and painting it red on New Year’s Eve always seems like a great way to ring in the New Year. Celebrating at bars, restaurants, clubs, and community events is a lot of fun and a great way to create some...
No one creates a budget that includes the possibility of bail. That means that you’re not financially prepared when you get arrested. Not only do you not have the necessary funds set aside, but you’re also going to want to use any extra money you...
It doesn’t matter if it’s a phone call asking that you schedule an appointment or if officers knock on your door. Learning that the police want to talk to you is enough to strike terror into your heart, even if you haven’t done anything wrong. When...
Sometimes we will only ask you to pay a 10% fee in order to secure your bail bond. Other times we may ask for the 10% fee and some form of collateral. As a rule, we will only require that you present some form of...
If you have to pay a high bail before being released from jail it’s likely that you’ll need the help of Jonesborough Bail Bonds. It’s also likely that you’ll need to use something as collateral to help you secure the bail bonds. If you’re wondering...