Stay Calm and Gather Information
Learning that a family member has been arrested is stressful. The most important thing you can do is stay calm and begin gathering the information needed to help them. If the defendant was able to make a phone call from the jail, ask for their full legal name as booked, the charges, and the facility where they are being held. This information will be essential when contacting a bail bondsman.
If you did not receive a call, you can check the Denton County Jail inmate roster online or call the facility directly. Having the defendant's full name and date of birth will help you locate their booking record.
Confirm Where They Are Being Held
In Denton County, most defendants are held at the Denton County Jail at 127 N Woodrow Lane. However, if the arrest was made by a municipal police department, the defendant may initially be held at a local city jail — such as the Denton City Jail, Lewisville City Jail, or Flower Mound City Jail — before being transferred to the county facility.
Knowing the correct facility helps the bail bond company coordinate the bonding process efficiently. Act Rapid Bail Bonds works with all detention facilities in Denton County and can determine where the defendant is being held based on the booking information.
Understand the Booking Process
After arrest, the defendant goes through a booking process that includes fingerprinting, photographs, background checks, and formal recording of charges. The defendant then appears before a magistrate, who sets the bail amount and any conditions of release.
Until magistration is complete and bail is set, a bail bond cannot be posted. However, you can contact a bail bondsman as soon as you learn about the arrest. This allows the bondsman to prepare paperwork and be ready to post the bond the moment bail is set.
Contact a Bail Bondsman
Once you have the defendant's information, contact a licensed bail bondsman. Act Rapid Bail Bonds is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (940) 442-5353. Our agents will walk you through the process, explain the costs and your obligations as an indemnitor, and begin preparing the bond paperwork.
When you call, have the following ready: the defendant's full legal name, date of birth, the facility where they are held, and the charges (if known). If bail has already been set, have that amount available as well.
What You Will Need to Post Bond
To post a bail bond, the indemnitor (the person signing the bond agreement) will need a valid government-issued photo ID. The bail bond company will require payment of the non-refundable premium. Act Rapid Bail Bonds accepts multiple forms of payment and offers flexible payment arrangements for qualifying clients.
For larger bail amounts, the bail bond company may require collateral — such as property, a vehicle title, or other assets — to secure the bond. Your agent will explain all requirements upfront before you sign any paperwork.
After Release: Next Steps
Once the bond is posted and the defendant is released, the immediate priority is understanding and complying with all bond conditions. The defendant must attend every scheduled court date without exception. Missing a court appearance triggers a warrant and bond forfeiture.
It is also important to consult with a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. An attorney can review the charges, advise on the best course of action, and represent the defendant throughout the court process. If you need a bail bond in Denton County, call Act Rapid Bail Bonds at (940) 442-5353 — we are here to help around the clock.