10% Law

Harris County has a 10% bail bond rule that applies to certain serious violent or sexual offenses. For bonds covered by this rule, a licensed bail bond company must collect a premium of at least 10% of the total bond amount before posting the bond. Contact JCB Bail Bonds to discuss whether this rule applies to your specific situation.

Read the Harris County Bail Bond Board Local Rules (Rules 19 and 20). Pages 9 and 10.

The 10% requirement applies to the offenses identified in Rule 19. Whether the rule applies depends on the charge and the circumstances of the bond. Call JCB Bail Bonds at 832-409-6067 to discuss your situation.