FAQ
Common questions, straight answers.
If yours isn't here, call (305) 642-1986. A licensed bondsman will pick up.
How much does a bail bond cost in Florida?
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Florida law sets the bail bond premium at 10% of the bond amount, with a $100 minimum — per charge, not per case. Example: two charges, one $5,000 and one $1,500, the premiums are $500 + $150 = $650. The premium is non-refundable.
Do I need collateral?
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Not always. Faroy Bail Bonds can post many state and federal bonds without collateral for qualifying clients. Larger bonds may require collateral such as real property, a vehicle title, or a co-signer with steady income.
How fast will my loved one be released?
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Release at TGK, Metro West, and the Pre-Trial Detention Center typically takes 12–24 hours from when the bond is posted. Smaller county jails in Broward, Palm Beach, and Monroe are often faster.
Does the defendant have to see a judge before bonding out?
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Not always. In most cases a bond amount is set during initial booking using the Florida bond schedule, and the defendant can bond out before any court appearance. The major exception is domestic violence: under Florida Statute §741.2901, anyone arrested for a domestic violence charge MUST appear before a judge before bond can be set or posted.
Do you write immigration bonds?
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No. Faroy Bail Bonds does not handle ICE / immigration bonds. We focus on state and federal criminal bail bonds only.
Are you open 24/7?
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Yes. Faroy Bail Bonds is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year — including every holiday. Call (305) 642-1986 any time.
Do you speak Spanish?
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Sí. Ofrecemos servicio completo de fianzas en español. Llámenos al (305) 642-1986 a cualquier hora.
What jails do you serve?
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Every jail in the 12 Florida counties we cover directly — Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Monroe, Martin, St. Lucie, Lee, Collier, Hendry, Hillsborough, Duval, and Marion — including TGK, Metro West, PTDC, Broward Main, Paul Rein, Palm Beach County Main, Monroe County Detention Center, Martin County Jail, St. Lucie County Jail, Lee County Jail, Naples Jail Center, Hendry County Jail, Hillsborough County Jail (Orient Road & Falkenburg), Duval County Pre-Trial Detention Facility, and Marion County Jail. We also post federal bonds nationwide and coordinate out-of-state surety bonds through our national network.
Can you post bonds outside Florida?
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Yes. Federal bonds can be posted nationwide. For out-of-state surety bonds, we coordinate with our trusted network of bail agents across the country.
What happens if the defendant misses court?
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Missing a court date causes the bond to be forfeited and a warrant to issue. The full bond amount becomes due. Faroy Bail Bonds provides court-date reminders to prevent this.
What forms of payment do you accept?
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Cash, credit and debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover), bank transfers, and approved payment plans.
Is my conversation confidential?
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Absolutely. Every conversation with Faroy Bail Bonds is treated with total discretion.
What is the difference between a state and federal bail bond?
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State bonds are issued for state-court charges. Federal bonds are issued for federal-court charges and require additional underwriting and a DOJ-approved bond agent. Faroy is licensed and experienced in both.
Can I get a bond without a co-signer?
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In some cases, yes. It depends on the defendant's record, ties to the community, employment, and the bond amount. Call us and we'll tell you straight.
Can the defendant leave the state or the country while out on bond?
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Generally no. Standard Florida bond conditions restrict travel while the case is pending. A defendant out on bond typically cannot leave the state of Florida without prior written permission from both the court and the bail bond agent — and international travel is almost always prohibited (the court will usually require the surrender of any passport). Leaving without permission is treated as a bond violation, which can trigger a warrant, forfeiture of the bond, and re-arrest. If travel is necessary for work, family, or a medical reason, call us first — in many cases we can help request permission through the court.
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