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If you believe someone has been arrested in Tarrant County, the fastest way to confirm their location is to call the Tarrant County Jail Information Line at 817-884-3000 — staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Alternatively, you can search online at inmatesearch.tarrantcounty.com using the person's name or booking number.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, it can take several hours for the system to reflect someone's booking status. So if a search comes back empty, that does not always mean the person is not in custody — it may simply mean the jail has not completed processing yet.

In that case, call us directly at (713) 672-2663. We will look up inmate status as part of our intake process at no charge — and if your loved one is in the system, we move immediately.

When you call us, the more details you have ready, the faster we can move. Ideally, we need the defendant's full legal name, date of birth, the jail or facility where they are being held, and the booking number if you have it. The booking number is the fastest way to look them up — but if you do not have it, we can find them with just the name.

In addition, knowing the charges helps us calculate the premium and any specific paperwork required. If you do not know the charges yet, do not worry — we can pull that information directly from the jail as part of the intake process.

Above all, do not delay calling because you are missing details. Pick up the phone first, and we will gather what we need together. Call us anytime at (713) 672-2663.

Yes — you do not need to be physically present in Texas to help a loved one get out of a Tarrant County jail. We work with co-signers across the country every day. Whether you are in Dallas, Houston, California, or anywhere else, we can handle the entire process remotely with secure electronic signatures.

Here's how it works: we send the paperwork to your phone or email, you review and sign digitally, and we accept payment by credit card, debit card, or wire transfer. Then we post the bond in Tarrant County while you stay where you are.

For that reason, distance is never a reason to wait. Call us at (713) 672-2663 and we will walk you through the remote signing process step by step.

Bail and a bail bond are related but not the same thing. Bail is the total dollar amount a judge sets that must be paid to the court before a defendant can be released from jail while their case is pending. A bail bond, on the other hand, is the agreement between you and a licensed bail bondsman where the bondsman posts the full bail amount on your behalf in exchange for a smaller, non-refundable fee — usually 10% in Texas.

For example, if the judge sets bail at $10,000, you have two options: pay the full $10,000 directly to the court (refunded after the case ends, as long as the defendant attends court), or pay a bondsman the 10% premium of $1,000 to post the bond for you. Most families choose the bond route because they do not have $10,000 in cash available immediately.

For that reason, we exist — to make release possible when paying the full bail amount upfront is not realistic. Call us at (713) 672-2663 for a clear breakdown of your specific case.

Texas state law sets the standard bail bond premium at 10% of the total bond amount. For example, if a judge sets bail at $5,000, the standard premium is $500. However, the actual fee can vary depending on the county, the type of charge, the bond amount, and other factors specific to your case.

In addition, some situations require a higher premium, and certain counties carry minimum posting requirements that affect the final cost. That's why we give you a straight answer on exactly what your bond will cost before you commit to anything — no guessing, no surprises.

To get the exact number for your situation, call or text us at (713) 672-2663 and we will walk you through the numbers right away.

No — the 10% premium is the fee a bail bondsman charges to post the full bond on the defendant's behalf, and Texas law treats it as non-refundable. This is true even if the case is dismissed, the charges are dropped, or the defendant is found not guilty. The premium pays for the service of getting your loved one out of jail and assuming the financial risk of the full bond amount.

However, the bond itself — the larger amount the court holds — is different. As long as the defendant attends every required court date and the case is properly resolved, the court eventually releases the bond back to the bondsman, not to you. The 10% premium you paid covered the bondsman's service from start to finish.

For that reason, the premium should be thought of as the cost of immediate freedom — not a deposit. Call us at (713) 672-2663 and we will explain exactly what your money is paying for before you commit.

Yes — 1 Way Out Bail Bonds accepts credit cards and debit cards. We understand that an arrest is rarely something families plan for financially, and coming up with the full 10% premium at once isn't always possible.

For that reason, we also accept cash, gold, and silver, and we can discuss other arrangements depending on your circumstances. Above all, we would rather help you get your loved one home than turn you away over payment logistics. So call or text us at (713) 672-2663 and we will find a solution that works.

Not always — and in many cases, no collateral is required at all. For lower bond amounts, most clients qualify with just the standard 10% premium and a signed bond agreement.

That said, collateral such as a vehicle, real estate, or other assets typically comes into play for larger bond amounts, high-risk charges, or situations where the bondsman needs additional security. In those cases, we evaluate each situation individually based on the bond amount, the charges, the defendant's ties to the community, and their court history.

Either way, we will be straightforward with you from the first call — we will tell you exactly what we need, what collateral if any applies, and why. To get a clear answer with no runaround, call us at (713) 672-2663.

If a defendant misses a scheduled court appearance, the judge typically issues a bench warrant for their arrest and the court forfeits the bail bond — meaning the full bond amount becomes owed to the court. This is a serious situation, but it is important not to panic and not to wait.

In fact, the sooner you contact us after a missed court date, the more options remain available. In some cases — for example, if the defendant surrenders quickly and a legitimate reason existed for the absence, such as a medical emergency — the court may allow bond reinstatement and reverse the forfeiture.

For that reason, call us immediately at (713) 672-2663. We have experience navigating these situations and will help you understand the next steps — but do not wait.

When you sign as a co-signer on a bail bond, your responsibility lasts until the case is fully resolved in court. That means the co-signer obligation continues through every court date, hearing, and final disposition — whether that is a dismissal, a plea, a trial verdict, or a probation completion. Once the court formally releases the bond, the co-signer is no longer financially liable.

However, during that time, the co-signer's main job is to ensure the defendant attends every court date. If the defendant skips court, the co-signer can become responsible for the full bond amount and any costs the bondsman incurs to locate them.

Keep in mind, we are here to support co-signers throughout the process — we send court date reminders, answer questions, and act fast if anything looks off. If you have any concerns about co-signing, call us at (713) 672-2663 before you sign and we will walk you through every detail.

Yes — a bail bond can be revoked under certain circumstances. The most common reasons include the defendant missing a court date, getting re-arrested, violating bond conditions like a no-contact order, or attempting to leave the state without permission. In those situations, the bondsman may surrender the bond back to the court, which means the defendant returns to jail.

In addition, the co-signer can request that the bondsman revoke the bond if they believe the defendant is about to flee or has stopped cooperating. This is a serious step but it can protect the co-signer from financial liability if the defendant later misses court.

If you are dealing with a situation where revocation might be the right move, do not handle it alone. Call us at (713) 672-2663 and we will explain your options and the consequences of each before you decide.

1 Way Out Bail Bonds writes bonds for nearly every type of charge in Tarrant County, including misdemeanors, felonies, DWI and DUI, drug charges, theft, assault, family violence, warrants, walk-throughs, and federal cases. If your loved one has been arrested in Tarrant County, there is a strong chance we can help.

However, certain situations require special handling. For example, federal charges follow a different bonding process than state charges, and capital cases or charges with extremely high bond amounts may require additional collateral or co-signers. In those cases, we are upfront from the first call about what is possible.

To find out whether we can bond your specific case, call us at (713) 672-2663. We will review the charges, confirm the bond amount, and tell you exactly what to expect — usually within minutes.

The first court appearance after release is usually called an arraignment. At this hearing, the defendant is formally informed of the charges and asked to enter a plea. In most Tarrant County cases, this happens within a few days to a few weeks of the arrest, and the date is set when the bond is posted.

In addition, the judge may review or adjust the bond conditions at this hearing — for example, ordering drug testing, no-contact orders, or travel restrictions. The defendant must attend in person, on time, and follow every condition the judge sets. Missing this hearing or violating any condition can result in the bond being revoked.

Above all, treat the first court date as the most important appointment of the case. If you have any questions about what to expect or what to bring, call us at (713) 672-2663 and we will prepare you ahead of time.