Even minor marijuana charges in Texas can result in jail time and fines. We offer fast, affordable bail bond services to get you or your loved one released—day or night.
Detailed steps to anticipate following an arrest for specific charges.
Booking and Processing
After arrest, the defendant is taken to the Bexar County Jail, fingerprinted, and formally charged.
Bond Is Set by Magistrate
A judge sets bail based on the charge and the defendant’s history. Possession under 2oz is typically a Class B misdemeanor.
Posting Bail for Release
Once bail is set, we’ll post bond and help secure the defendant’s release—usually within a few hours.
Posting bail after an arrest can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. Our experienced team will walk you through the entire bail bond process, step by step, to get your loved one released as quickly as possible.
Give us the arrested person’s name and location. We’ll confirm the bond amount with the jail.
We’ll guide you through the paperwork and explain everything clearly.
Usually 10% of the total bond. We offer payment plans if needed.
The defendant is released with instructions to appear in court.
COPA Bail Bonds wants to help protect you and your family from possible scams. Be cautious of anyone claiming to be law enforcement or a county representative who asks you to send money over the phone. The county will not call you to request payment.
If you are unsure whether something is legitimate, call the county directly to verify. You can also contact COPA Bail Bonds for guidance.
Please remember: COPA Bail Bonds does not call you to collect payments. Communication about payment is always initiated by you.
A bail bond is a financial agreement that allows a defendant to be released from jail while awaiting court proceedings. A licensed bail bondsman posts the bond on behalf of the defendant.
In Texas, the standard fee is typically 10% of the total bond amount. This fee is non-refundable and covers the service provided by the bondsman.
Release times can vary depending on the jail, the charge, and how busy the facility is, but most releases occur within 8 to 24 hours after the bond is posted.
Not always. In many cases, no collateral is required. However, for higher bond amounts or specific risk factors, collateral may be requested.
Failing to appear in court may lead to bond forfeiture and additional charges. The bondsman may take legal action to recover the bond amount and locate the defendant.
