We gather the details of the arrest and current situation.
We ask where the person is being held, what has happened so far, and when court may occur.
Bail response support · Available 24/7
Arrested or Trying to Get Someone Released?
When someone is arrested, the first few hours matter. S.O.S Bail Response Unit helps accused persons, partners, family members, friends, employers, coworkers, proposed sureties, and support people organize the information the court may need, prepare structured release plans, and move quickly toward the next step.
Whether this is a first bail hearing, a bail review, a no-surety release issue, or a question about release conditions, our team can help you understand what to do next.
- Bail hearings
- Surety guidance
- Court Process
- Release plans
- Bail Reviews
No lawyer can guarantee release. What we can do is help you move quickly, organize the right information, and prepare the release plan properly.
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Important notice
Calling from a police station?
Read this before discussing anything about the case.
01
Do not discuss the facts on the phone
Police station calls may be recorded. Keep the conversation focused on getting legal help.
02
Ask to speak with a lawyer immediately
Request an opportunity to speak privately with a criminal defence lawyer immediately.
03
Tell us where you or the person is being held
If you are calling from a police station for someone else, be sure not to discuss the facts.
Available 24 hours
7 days a week
What happens when you call S.O.S. Bail?
We begin working on the next steps immediately.
One phone call starts the process immediately. Our Bail Response Team begins gathering the information needed to prepare for a bail hearing. We'll explain the next steps, answer your questions, and begin coordinating the information required to support your loved one's release.
We identify potential proposed sureties.
We help organize contact details and practical information about potential support people.
We begin organizing the release plan and supporting documentation.
Addresses, supervision, treatment, employment, and proposed conditions can be brought together clearly.
We coordinate with your lawyer to ensure everything is prepared for court.
The organized information is coordinated with the lawyer preparing for the bail hearing or next step.
Acting Quickly MattersHelpful information to gather
- Where the person is being held
- Charges, if known
- Next court date or bail-hearing time
- Possible sureties or support people
- Proposed release address
- Any no-contact or location concerns
- Whether bail has already been denied
- Any documents already received
The first few hours after an arrest are critical. Early preparation gives our team time to identify proposed sureties, organize documents, and prepare for the bail hearing.
Need help right now?Speak with the bail response team.
From panic to planClear information. Organized support. A practical next step.
We handle the details so you can focus on your loved one.The sooner we start, the better we can be prepared for the next steps.
Our process: From Panic to Plan
One step at a time.
An arrest can leave families feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. Our Bail Response Team provides clear guidance from the moment you contact us, helping organize the information, identify proposed sureties and prepare a structured release plan before the bail hearing.
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Contact S.O.S. Bail
Call or submit our urgent intake form. We're available 24/7 and ready to help you take the first step.
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Share What Happened
Tell us what happened, where the accused person is being held, the charges (if known) and the next court date (if available). You don't need to have all the answers.
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Identify Proposed Sureties
We help identify who may be able to act as a surety and explain what information and commitments the court will consider.
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Prepare the Release Plan
We organize the key details, including residence, supervision, work or school, treatment, no-contact conditions and supporting documentation.
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Prepare for Court
S.O.S Bail Response Unit works with criminal defence counsel to ensure the release plan and supporting materials are prepared for court.
Find your starting point
Choose the bail situation that matches yours.
Not every bail matter follows the same path. These common situations help explain what may need attention first.
No surety available?
A surety is not available in every case. A lawyer can review whether another release proposal may be possible.
Focus: alternative release planningBail already denied?
A bail review may involve transcripts, new information, and a stronger release plan. A lawyer can assess the available path.
Focus: bail-review preparationReleased on conditions?
Do not breach a release condition. Speak with a lawyer about whether a variation may be available and how to request one.
Focus: condition variationsAvailable 24/7
Call now for immediate assistance.
Built for urgent bail matters
Why S.O.S. Bail is different
Preparation designed for the fast pace of the bail process.
Bail situations move quickly and the information needed for court can feel overwhelming. S.O.S Bail Response Unit is built specifically for urgent bail matters. We focus on preparation, organization and clear next steps from the first call to the bail hearing and beyond. From the first phone call through the bail hearing and beyond, we help accused persons, families and proposed sureties prepare with confidence.
Lawyers Involved Right from the Start
Our lawyers are involved from the first call through the bail hearing to ensure your release plan is prepared properly.
Structured Release Plans
We organize the details the court needs, including residence, supervision, work or school, or treatment no-contact conditions and more.
Surety Guidance You Can Count On
We help identify suitable sureties and ensure they understand their role, responsibilities and what to expect in court.
Court-Ready Preparation
We help organize the information, supporting documents, release plans and proposed sureties needed before court, working with your lawyer to ensure everything is prepared for the bail hearing.
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We assist families in Ontario with local court knowledge and coordinated legal support across the province.
Support Beyond the First Hearing
If circumstances change or bail has been denied, we continue helping with bail reviews, updated release plans and next-step guidance.
Important: Contacting S.O.S Bail does not create a solicitor-client relationship and does not guarantee representation, release, or any particular outcome.
Transparent fees
Learn how our fee structure works.
Flat-fee pricing may be available for standard bail matters. The scope and fee are discussed clearly before a retainer is confirmed.
What you can expect
- Transparent flat-fee pricing for standard bail matters
- No hourly billing for standard bail matters
- Fees discussed before representation is confirmed
- No hidden or unexpected hourly charges
- Clear explanation of what is included
- Time to ask questions before making a decision
Every bail matter is unique. Fees are discussed before representation is confirmed and may vary depending on the complexity of the case, urgency, location, and whether a bail hearing or bail review is required.
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Aitken Robertson
S.O.S Bail Response Unit is powered by Aitken Robertson Criminal & DUI Defence, an Ontario criminal defence law firm. From the first urgent call through the bail hearing, the SOS Bail Response Team works alongside experienced criminal defence lawyers to prepare release plans, identify proposed sureties, organize court documentation, and guide families through every stage of the bail process.
S.O.S Bail is not simply an intake service. Lawyers are involved from the beginning. From the first urgent call, the team gathers the information needed to assess the bail situation, identify possible sureties, prepare release plans, organize required court paperwork.
The Team Behind S.O.S. Bail
Depending on the timing, location, conflicts, and the needs of the case, your matter may involve lawyers, licensed legal professionals, and trained support staff working together to gather information, identify and prepare proposed sureties, organize the release plan, and move the matter forward.
Meet the TeamTrusted. Recognized. Recommended.
Need bail help now?
Take one clear next step.
If you have been arrested, or someone you care about has been arrested or held for bail, contact the S.O.S Bail Response Unit.
Confidential support · Available 24/7