Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and while many people may know it as a holiday of love, it is actually another holiday that results in the need for thousands of bail bonds across the nation.
If you want to ensure that your Valentine’s Day is spent with your loved one and not in a jail cell, pay attention to these most common Valentine’s Day crimes that end in an arrest.
Domestic Violence
Unfortunately, Valentine’s Day is a holiday where a lot of ugly truths can rear their heads in a troubled marriage. From finding out about an ongoing affair to having a little too much to drink and letting a recurring argument go too far, domestic violence is one of the biggest reasons that people get arrested on this holiday.
Assault is never taken lightly in Texas. So, if a person lays hands on their significant other, they can expect to require the services of a local bondsman.
Stalking
Not everyone is going to spend Valentine’s Day with a loved one. While most people will resort to a night of self-care or a night out with other single friends, others may feel shunned or jilted by a former lover and resort to stalking the target of their “affection.”
In Texas, stalking not only results in a protective order but is also considered a third-degree felony that comes with a maximum of 10 years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines.
Drunk Driving
Valentine’s Day is a holiday that can easily be fueled by alcohol. This is all fine and well if you’re safely drinking from the comfort of your own home, but the danger kicks in when a person is drinking in public and tries to drive off in an automobile.
Police are extremely vigilant on this holiday and are bound to catch anyone that attempts to get behind the wheel while under the influence.
If food and drinks are in your Valentine’s Day plans, either schedule a romantic evening at home or schedule a ride that keeps your plans out of hot water.
Public Drunkenness
Getting drunk in public and posing as a danger to yourself or another person can easily lead to Valentine’s Day arrest.
While the first offense of public intoxication is a $500 fine and a mark on your permanent record, a second offense can lead to an arrest that culminates in up to 180 days in jail on top of a $2,000 fine.
Indecent Exposure
This one can be awkward for everyone involved. So, we’ll keep it short and simple. If you and your loved one plan on getting passionate over the course of the evening, keep the romance out of the public eye.
Trust us, a little privacy is better than up to 180 days in jail and a $2,000 fine.
Keep Your Heart Out of Jail This Year With Big Bubba’s Bail Bonds
If you or a loved one were recently arrested in Fort Worth, getting home quickly is of the utmost importance. Big Bubba’s Bail Bonds Fort Worth office is open 24/7 and is ready to help you pay for any bail at any amount.
Contact us today to learn more about the bail bond process or to start your bail bond application with one of our experienced agents.
