How it works Plain English. Three steps. Two to four hours.
Most families have never posted a bond before. Here’s what actually happens between the call and the release — without jargon and without surprises.
The bail process, end to end.
Call us — and tell us where they are.
We need three things to start: who is in custody, which jail or facility is holding them, and the bond amount the court has set. If you don’t know all of it yet, we will help you find it. The first call is free and there is no obligation.
We do the math, on the call.
The Colorado state-mandated premium is 15% of the bond amount. Bonds over $5,000 with an approved cosigner can drop to 10%. We tell you exactly what the cost is, what the cosigner is signing, and what the court will require — before any paperwork starts.
Apply on your phone.
We send a secure link with the application, the contract, and the payment authorization. The cosigner uploads a photo ID, a recent paystub, and a proof of address. Most applications take 10–20 minutes to complete.
We post the bond electronically.
At most Colorado detention facilities, the bond can be posted electronically — no driving across town. Once posted, the jail begins their release queue.
Release — usually 2 to 4 hours.
The exact timing depends on the jail’s booking queue and shift changes. Most Colorado releases happen in 2 to 4 hours after posting. We watch the queue and keep you updated until your loved one is out.
Home.
the cosigner role
What a cosigner is signing — in plain English.
The cosigner is the linchpin of the bail bond — and the one most often misunderstood.
Before any signature, we walk through the responsibilities, the financial exposure, and the ways most cosigners successfully fulfill the role. No surprises six months later.
Responsibility for the defendant’s appearance
The cosigner takes on responsibility for making sure the defendant attends every court date. If a court date is missed, the cosigner becomes responsible for ensuring the defendant is returned to custody.
Financial liability — only if the bond is forfeited
The 15% premium is the cosigner’s out-of-pocket cost. The full bond amount only comes into play if the defendant fails to appear and the bond is forfeited. We explain the forfeiture process before you sign.
A reachable phone, court reminders, and check-ins
Most cosigner work after release is logistical: making sure court dates are on the calendar, helping the defendant get there, and answering the phone if we need to confirm something with the court.
A clear exit
When the case ends — dismissal, plea, conviction, or acquittal — the bond is exonerated and the cosigner is released from the agreement.
after the release
The next 24 hours, the next 30 days, and the next court date.
Confirm every court date
The release paperwork lists the next appearance. Put every date on a phone calendar with reminders. Missing one is the single most common way bonds are forfeited.
Stay reachable
Keep your phone on. The court, the public defender or attorney, and we may need to confirm details — addresses, employment, or court schedule changes.
Follow conditions of release
The court may set conditions: no contact, no alcohol, GPS, travel restrictions, or check-ins. Following them is the cosigner’s and the defendant’s shared responsibility.
Don’t miss the first appearance
The first court date after release is usually within a few weeks. Show up early. If something genuinely prevents attendance, call us — we may be able to coordinate with the court before a warrant issues.
Keep us in the loop
If a phone number changes, an address changes, or a court date moves, tell us. We keep your file open until the case ends, and we want to help when we can.
When the case ends
Dismissal, plea, conviction, or acquittal — when the case concludes, the bond is exonerated and the cosigner is released from the agreement. We send a copy of the exoneration for your records.
Questions before you call? That’s normal.
A real, knowledgeable bondsman is on the line — day, night, weekends, holidays. The first call is free and there is no obligation.