Our Commitment to You: Integrity in Every Bond
At A Better Bail Co., we aren’t just here to process paperwork—we are here to help our community members move forward. We take a principled approach to bail. We want the best for our defendants and the utmost security for our cosigners.
1. Our Goal: A Fresh Start
Most importantly, we want our defendants to be serious about fulfilling their court obligations. We hope you are ready to move on with your life without the threat of prosecution hanging over your head.
- The Goal: Complete your court dates, get a fresh start, and never need a bondsman again.
2. A No-Pressure Environment
We will never pressure anyone into using our services.
- For Cosigners: If you are uncomfortable with any part of the process, we respect that. We will help you seek another solution.
- Safety First: If a defendant is pressuring or threatening you to get them released, let us know. We can head off these problems for you and ensure you aren’t put in a compromised position.
3. Requirements for Co-Signers (Indemnitors)
To ensure the best possible outcome, we require a stable, employed family member or long-time friend to be on contract.
- Accountability: You are agreeing to help the defendant track court dates and, if needed, arrange transportation.
- Preference: We prefer not to use someone in a romantic relationship with the defendant when possible, to ensure a stable support system.
4. Financial Responsibility & Transparency
We require a stable, employed family member or friend to be responsible for the financial obligation of the bond.
- Payment Plans: If a no-interest payment plan is in place, the cosigner agrees to ensure payments are made per the agreed-upon schedule.
- The Guarantee: In the worst-case scenario, if a defendant flees and cannot be returned within 90 days of a missed date, the cosigner is responsible for the bond amount.
- Duration: The bond remains active until the case is fully disposed of or the defendant is returned to jail.
5. Protect Yourself from Scams
There are dishonest people who pose as bondsmen. We want you to feel 100% secure in our legitimacy.
NC Department of Insurance: We are governed by the NCDOI.
Verification: You can look up any agent's license status on their website. We are happy to walk you through the verification process at any time so you can check our credentials with confidence.
NC Department of Insurance: We are governed by the NCDOI.
Verification: You can look up any agent's license status on their website. We are happy to walk you through the verification process at any time so you can check our credentials with confidence.