It’s Not Just Alcohol: Drugging And Driving

It’s Not Just Alcohol: Drugging And Driving

Ever know anyone who has told you that they're just high, not drunk? It's ok because they drive better....

This New Years Eve the Los Angeles Police Department will be armed with more than just a breathalyzer...

A new high-tech swab test is allowing members of the LAPD to detect drivers who are driving drugged.

The department said submitting to the test is completely voluntary, and could be the best alternative to DUI blood tests.

Officers say the text can be completed in a matter of minutes and is being touted as a simpler, more effective and easier way to determine whether someone …

By |December 30th, 2013|Los Angeles Bail Bonds|Comments Off on It’s Not Just Alcohol: Drugging And Driving
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Call 911 Hundreds Of Times Will Get You Arrested

Dialing 911 for an emergency is one thing- calling it over and over again without proper cause gets you jail time.  That's exactly what happen when a Los Angeles woman chose to abuse the system.

Linette Young has reportedly been sentenced to six months in jail after calling 911 hundreds of times, as court records show she was accused of calling the emergency line more than 400 times in a 36-month span.  A source close to the case said that once she finishes her sentence, she'll still need to enter psychological counseling and will spend three years on probation.

Paramedics responded …

By |December 29th, 2013|Los Angeles Bail Bonds|Comments Off on Call 911 Hundreds Of Times Will Get You Arrested
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5 Things To Remember Before Going Out On NYE

New Years Eve has long been one of the biggest party nights of the year- but in some cases, an alcohol-fueled night on the town could end with one ore more people being carted off to the slammer.

Suffice to say, there are a number of things you'll want to keep in mind before grabbing your keys and walking out the door.  A little bit of forethought combined with a small bit of planning can go a long way- and it can help ensure your big night out doesn't end in disaster.

If you plan on partaking in this year's festivities, …

By |December 27th, 2013|Bail Industry Features|Comments Off on 5 Things To Remember Before Going Out On NYE
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Top 5 Criminal Blunders Of 2013

Lawbreakers aren't often the sharpest tools in the shed- in fact, some of their escapades are downright laughable.   That... is why we've chosen to honor this year's best of the worst.

And without further adieu- we bring you the top 5 criminal blunders of 2013.

The butt-dialing bandits  If you're going to commit a crime the last thing you want to do involves tipping off the cops.  Butt dials are never a good thing- especially when you're breaking into a car and your back pocket decides to call 9-1-1.  Earlier this year a pair of California teens were on a …

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Holiday Food Baskets Passed Out By LASD Sheriff Lee Baca

In 2013, the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department partnered with Viking Charities to help families in need.

On Dec. 22,  Sheriff Lee Baca and other members of the LASD traveled to the Santa Monica Airport to pass out food baskets.  The goal was simple-  to provide holiday meal items to those who would otherwise have gone without.

The baskets reportedly included turkey and other traditional holiday items and Viking Charities said more than 1,500 recipient families were honored.   The foundation has partnered with the sheriff's department for more than 30 years, they said, and both feel it's a great way to do …

By |December 25th, 2013|Los Angeles Bail Bonds|Comments Off on Holiday Food Baskets Passed Out By LASD Sheriff Lee Baca
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Jail Inmates Give Back

Late last week, nearly one dozen Illinois inmates ventured outside their jail cells in order to give back to the community.  The Chicago suburbs have long dealt with burned down and abandoned homes, and in the upcoming weeks, Cook County detainees are helping to tear five of these eye-sores down.

Members of the sheriff's department are hoping to demo up to 100 area properties within the next 12 months through a new program that allows certain inmates to assist with these types of projects.  In order to be eligible, they must have been sentenced into the boot camp program.

As part …

By |December 23rd, 2013|National|Comments Off on Jail Inmates Give Back
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    LAPD Wants To Take Guns From Persons Arrested For Domestic Violence

LAPD Wants To Take Guns From Persons Arrested For Domestic Violence

Members of the Los Angeles Police Department have confirmed they're rolling out a new gun policy when it comes to domestic violence offenders.  Namely, the City Attorney's office will be notified every time a person who is a suspect in this type of case has a registered firearm.

But it doesn't stop there.

The City Attorney said he will start to prosecute domestic suspects, or anyone who has an active restraining order, when they try to buy a gun.

Victim advocates say this type of action is long overdue- especially when you consider that nine women die in this country every week …

By |December 22nd, 2013|Los Angeles Bail Bonds|Comments Off on LAPD Wants To Take Guns From Persons Arrested For Domestic Violence
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Eleven Injured In Santa Rita Jail Explosion

An overnight explosion in the kitchen of the Santa Rita Jail has left eleven people injured, one of whom remains in critical condition.

Sources within the facility have said a total of four people were hospitalized as a result of the incident.  The remaining seven were treated on-site at the Santa Rita Jail infirmary.

The Alameda County Sheriff's Department said they are still looking into what caused the fire and explosion and are working with local fire investigators to get to the bottom of things.

What they do know, is the blaze originated in an oven, although it's not immediately clear whether …

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    Jealous Walmart Employee Opens Fire On Vehicle Of Employee Of The Month

Jealous Walmart Employee Opens Fire On Vehicle Of Employee Of The Month

Tensions at a Florida Walmart were flying high earlier this month, prompting one jealous employee to open fire at a coworkers car.

Why?  Because he was jealous she won employee-of-the-month.

Willie Mitchell started harassing Sonia Diogene shortly after she received the honor.  He felt the only reason she'd done so well was because he frequently helped her do her job, she said, and that he's the one who deserved recognition.

The woman said things got so heated she eventually felt the need to approach a supervisor.  Mitchell kept making threatening remarks, she said, and insisted he "would show her".

Quite a few people …

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San Jose Arrest Rates Fall Despite Increased Crime

San Jose may have once bee known as one of America's Safest cities, but my how things have changed.

Crime rates in the Silicon Valley have officially surpassed average rates in both the United States and California, but arrests are fewer and farther between.

A report released by an independent auditor found found that police response times for certain types of emergency have nearly doubled, the department is clearing fewer and fewer crimes.  Some question whether low morale among officers is among the leading culprits.

Many officers are jumping ship to take better paying jobs at other agencies, according to sources within …

By |December 19th, 2013|Santa Clara County|Comments Off on San Jose Arrest Rates Fall Despite Increased Crime
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