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    San Mateo County considers electronic monitoring due to overcrowded jail

San Mateo County considers electronic monitoring due to overcrowded jail

Technology could help San Mateo County save a significant amount of money and reduce the number of inmates being sent to the already overcrowded Redwood City jail, according to the Palo Alto Daily News. County officials recently unveiled a $160 million expansion project that will accommodate more inmates; however, many believe that something needs to be done in the meantime.

Electronically monitoring individuals charged with non-violent crimes and releasing them before trial could reduce the cost from $169 per day to hold someone in jail to just $7 to $10 per day, according to the source. However, electronic monitoring has …

By |August 15th, 2012|News, San Mateo County Bail Bonds|Comments Off on San Mateo County considers electronic monitoring due to overcrowded jail
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Tips for appearing before a judge

Getting arrested is obviously a stressful experience, but posting a bail bond in the situation can alleviate a lot of anxiety by allowing an arrestee to maintain his or her current job and spend time with family while going through proceedings.

When people are arrested, they are usually sent to a county jail or a city jail. Bail will be set to assure the judge that the defendant, if released from custody, will be present in court. Some people may feel uneasy about going in front of a judge for the first time. But there are a few simple tips …

By |August 14th, 2012|News|Comments Off on Tips for appearing before a judge
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