3-D Bail Bonds' Holiday Guide to Navigate the Criminal System

Bridgeport CT

22 November, 2021

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3-D Bail Bonds’ Guide to Navigating the Criminal System During the 2021 Holidays A Thanksgiving Arrest in Connecticut Arrests are unpleasant and unexpected events that can change the course of a person’s life, impacting defendants in negative ways moving forward. No matter what time of the year a person is arrested, the effects can cause great stress and difficulty to tasks of everyday life. This sentiment is especially true for those who are arrested during the holidays.  As holidays begin to approach in Fairfield County, here is what you need to know if a guest or a loved one happens to have an encounter with law enforcement on Thanksgiving Day. Common Reasons to Get Arrested on Thanksgiving Contrary to popular belief, holiday arrests are quite common in Bridgeport, CT. Stemming from the carefree nature of holidays, many arrests are caused by parties, alcohol, and large amounts of people enjoying the season. Although Thanksgiving is not the most typical holiday to find these types of events happening, individuals are still regularly arrested on this day for a handful of reasons. Some of the most common can include drinking and driving (DUIs), assaults, bar fights, domestic disputes, or possession of drugs. What Happens Once Someone is Arrested on a Holiday If a person is arrested on Thanksgiving Day, the legal process may look a little different from a normal weekday arrest. To name a few, local police departments may be crowded because courts are closed for arraignments. Personnel working on holiday hours may be responsible for a few other extra tasks, and processing times may take longer. When Can Someone Get Released on Bail After An Arrest After booking, an arrestee will typically be held on bond in a lockup cell at the police department until the set bail is paid. You can pay the bond in full at the police station, or you can hire a local bail bonds service and pay only a portion of the bond while signing responsibility to secure your loved one appears in court. If the criminal charge is not severe and the defendant’s criminal record is clear, then that defendant may be released on a recognizance bond, meaning that bail will not be paid in a monetary amount; the arrested person will be released on the promise that they will come to court when summoned. Unfortunately, busy holidays mean more arrests for Bridgeport police, which can lead to longer processing times and increased delays at legal facilities including courts or correctional centers. If someone you love is incarcerated over this year's Thanksgiving celebrations, it is crucial to find a fast, affordable, and trustworthy bail company to assist you with the complex legal process of bail. With 24/7 services throughout the year, 3-D Bail Bonds will be open for bail bonds as usual on Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and the holiday weekend. You can contact our Bridgeport bail bonds area service at (203) 838-4920 today. This post was contributed by Morgan Kicks at 3-D Bail Bonds.