If a friend or family member has been detained for immigration reasons, an immigration bail bond is needed to release them from federal custody. Roundtree Bonding Agency has years of experience helping clients and their families understand and obtain immigration bail bonds. Keep in mind that these bonds aren’t for a criminal offense but instead to guarantee your appearance at all immigration hearings.
Immigration Bail Bonding Process
The process for immigration bail bonds begins when an undocumented immigrant is detained by the Department of Homeland Security Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE). Processing and custody booking takes place at a federal law enforcement station. The bond amount is set by the federal government after an interview with a deportation officer or immigration judge. Factors weighed when setting the bond amount include your criminal history, employment status, immigration status, and family ties in the United States.
Once the bond is set, an indemnitor (outside party) must pay the amount to secure your release. If the full amount is too much to pay at once, a bail bond company such as Roundtree Bonding Agency can help. Most of the time the immigration bail bonding process is completed in one day. Two types of immigration bail bonds are generally available.
Voluntary Departure Bond
A voluntary departure bond is an option in some immigration cases. This type of immigration bond allows you to leave the country on your terms, but at your expense, by a specified date. If the bond is paid in full, the amount is refundable when you leave the country. Otherwise, the amount is forfeited.
Delivery Bail Bond
To qualify for a delivery bail bond, you must receive an arrest warrant and notice of custody conditions from ICE. A delivery bond has the same function as a regular bail bond — to ensure you appear for all immigration hearings.
How A Bonding Agent Helps With Immigration Bail Bonds
As a trusted bonding agency for more than 60 years, Roundtree Bonding Agency has helped many clients with the immigration bail bond process. There are two ways to pay for an immigration bond.
Surety Bond
A surety bond is a contract between three parties instead of two. Involved are the Department of Homeland Security (DHS); an obligor (surety) and co-obligor (bonding agent); and the principal (undocumented immigrant). The surety and the bonding agent with Roundtree Bonding Agency guarantee the DHS that you will appear for every immigration hearing until the case is resolved.
At the same time, the indemnitor, or the cosigner for bail bond, is guaranteeing to us that you will be at every hearing. By cosigning, the indemnitor is agreeing to pay the full amount if you don’t make every required court appearance.
Cash Bond
A cash bond is the full bail amount paid directly to ICE, usually by your friends or family. It is refundable as long as you appear for all court dates. If the amount is too high for full payment, many bonding agencies, including Roundtree Bonding Agency, can arrange a payment plan.
Reliable Bail Bond Company In Gainesville, FL
Securing an immigration bail bond for a friend or loved one can feel like a complicated process. Roundtree Bonding Agency will begin explaining the process the moment you call and help with every step. We notify all clients and cosigners by mail and phone of all court dates and are available 24 hours a day to write immigration bonds in Florida. Contact us today to learn more about immigration bail bonds.