In medieval England a thousand years ago, the sheriffs, a contraction of shire-reeve had the authority to release or hold suspected criminals. In fact shire reeves were elected and employed to assist in the detection and prevention of crimes. Groups of… more »

British billionaire banker Julius Meinl IV had to post the biggest bail bond ever -- $100 million EU ($131,000,000 US) after being arrested by the Austrian authorities in connection with the collapse of the investment fund managed by his Meinl Bank. more »

Often times when I tell people work for a bail bond company I get a reaction equivalent to what I believe a doctor or lawyer would receive in social conversation. People are intrigued, they are curious, and want to know more about the bail business, how… more »