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A-1 Bail Bonds is a family operated bail bond office with one simple goal: give listeners the best FREE information available for all things bail. A1Nick, manager of the main office in Honolulu, interviews only the top professionals in their speciality to help you 1) limit your criminal liability2) avoid arrest or detention3) know your rights to protect your freedomHawaii is unique and each island - Oahu, Maui, Big Island, and Kauai - differ in rules and procedures. Having current, island specific counsel is critical to avoiding legal problems. A-1 Bail Bonds is known for:-Got Bail? slogan -30+ years of experience -friendly and professional agents on Oahu, Maui, Big Island, and Kauai.If you've got a question, leave a comment and we'll try our best to get you the information you need. Mahalo nui loa!
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In this full podcast episode, Immigration Attorney Gary Singh explains the key changes in U.S. immigration law under the Trump administration. From Green Cards to marriage scams and bond changes, Gary provides valuable insights on navigating the U.S. immigration process. Whether you're a Green Card holder or looking to understand the shifting landscape of immigration law, this episode covers essential topics. Key topics include: How to post an immigration bondThe highest percentage chance rou...
In this special podcast, A-1 Nick interview current City Prosecutor Steve Alm. During this year 1 review of his tenure as City Prosecutor, the following is discussed: 0:00 How has the City Prosecutor's office restored trust with the public? 2:35 What is the "Weed and Seed" program 6:20 Explain the "SEED" portion of the program coming soon in the next few months 9:47 Is "Weed and Seed" similar to "Stop and Frisk" policing? 12:45 Since taking on the new role of investigating H...
Attorney Thomas Otake made a bold move this second week of July by filing a Motion to Dismiss Murder Charges against his client, which is one of three officers charged with the murder of 16-year-old Micronesian teenager Iremember Sykap. In the motion, he argues the charges of second-degree murder against officer Geoffrey H.L. Thom, 42, a five-year veteran of the force, and second-degree attempted murder against Zackary K. Ah Nee, 26, a three-year HPD veteran, and his partner Christopher J. F...
0:30 - Senate Bill 10 and AB42 - How cash bail was originally banned in California 9:00 - What was Proposition 25? How did it reinstitute the previous cash included system? 21:22 - What's the difference between a Bail Bond fee, Loan Sharking, and Usury 28:20 - A-1 Nick calls out the radical left on language use; bail bond fee is not a ransom 37:02 - Pre-trial services: Why does the cash free public release solution never get called out for failing to help indigent clients 42:00 - M...
Hawaii's economist PAUL BREWBAKER is a local legend among Honolulu's business community. Known for his local story telling abilities, he's been a featured speaker on all things economic for over 25 years. Mr. Brewbaker has a degree in Economics from Stanford, and a PHD in Economics from the University of Hawaii. He's been a lecturer at UH since 1987 and was the Bank of Hawaii's Senior Vice President and Chief Economist for 25 years. On this podcast, Mr. Brewbaker breaks ...
0:15 - CNN interview Myles Breiner 1:00 - Criminal Charges for protestors at National Capitol? 2:29 - How to give voice to deplatformed voices - Parlor App 7:24 - Election fraud real or fake? 10:21 - Setting client up for arrest at airport 14:00 - Public defender client refused travel request 17:37 - Kathy and Louis Kealoha's house sold for profit 27:50 - Judge Alm will be a great City Prosecutor prediction
0:30 Michael Hirokawa Capitol Place Sex Assault Bail Hearing 8:41 Asian Massage Parlor Raids 10:09 Forfeited assets go straight from massage parlor to prosecutor's office? 14:00 Are raids a revenue source for the City Prosecutor's office? 15:30 Louis Kealoha's $455,000 restitution 16:30 Enhanced sentencing justified for Louis Kealoha? 17:30 $250,000 Golden Parachute Restitution order pending? 21:54 Target letter to head of corporate counsel Donna Leong 25:49 Getting in touch with attorney Meg...
The Honolulu prosecutor’s office has been rocked by scandal, and questions about ethics and leadership. Ms. Megan Kau, one of two candidates making it onto the November general election ballot, is running on the platform of 1) ending corruption 2) charging all levels of crime, and 3) offering a fresh new leader for the office. Questions asked are: 0:28 - If elected, give me the names of the current prosecutors you will FIRE or ask to leave. 2:22 - Why was Mayor Caldwell wrong to sug...
0:24 - Erik Willis, Kahala teen accused of stabbing, was falsely said to be "on the run," "missing," and "arm and dangerous." Mr. Seitz, his attorney, sets the record straight 6:50 - Was Erik Willis' right to reasonable bail violated when raised to $1M , then set at "no bail." Mr. Seitz also compares the state bail system to the federal bail system. 10:30 - Are there issues with the Department of Public safety giving inmates medications/prescriptions late or not at all? 12:30 - Only ...
Steve Alm is a former Judge, Prosecutor, and United States Attorney. Born in Honolulu and raised in Manoa and Kaimuki, Mr. Alm joined the Honolulu Prosecutor's office in 1985, where he served as Director of the District and Family Court Division. In 2001, Mr. Alm became the first career prosecutor to be appointed to the First Circuit Court in Honolulu. A-1 Nick asks Judge Alm: What is the future of HOPE probation in the state of Hawaii? Are there any changes to the program, or ...
Takashi Ohno is a Hawaii State Representative serving the Nuuanu, Liliha, Alewa Heights district (Pali area). He currently serves on the public safety committee and was vocal in his opposition to the emergency releases of inmates housed at OCCC due to Covid-19. He has a bill ready for introduction next session to ELECT the chief of police. Currently, the chief of police is appointed by the Police Commission. Emergency Releases: As of the recording of the podcast, 6/26/20, ...
Kenneth L. Lawson Co-Director, Hawai'i Innocence Project Faculty Specialist Degrees BA Wittenberg College 1986 JD University of Cincinnati College of Law 1989 Ken Lawson is the Co-Director of the Hawai‘i Innocence Project (link is external) (link is external) and a Faculty Specialist at the William S. Richardson Law School where he teaches Criminal Procedure, Criminal Law, Professional Responsibility, Evidence, and Hawai‘i Innocence Project. He had a successful practice in Cincin...
What are your thoughts is a show where A-1 Nick ask attorney Marcus Landsberg 3 random questions; the questions are a total surprise. Conversely, he asks A-1 Nick 3 questions, also a total surprise. In this episode, the pair discuss: 1) Blackout Tuesday - June 2nd, which was Blackout Tuesday, was a global event to protest against racial inequality. It was a day of reflection and protest in the aftermath of George Floyd's death. It also aimed to help highlight black voices on all...
Acting City Prosecutor Dwight Nadamoto has been a prosecutor his entire professional life (30 years). As acting city prosecutor, he's currently running for the full time job of city prosecutor. On this podcast, A-1 Nick asks questions specific to: -The controversial humanitarian release of inmates due to the threat of covid-19 -With no confirmed cases in any Hawaii jail or prison, is the emergency release justified? -Are violent offenders being released? *yes* -Why the pros...
Eric Granof joined AIA in 2009 and is Vice President of Corporate Communications. In this podcast A-1 Nick of the A-1 Podcast poses several questions to Mr. Granof, like: What is a risk assessment tool and how is it used to predict a releasee's return to court? Have algorithms improved the court's ability to release defendants that do return to court? - No Are risk assessment tools biased, racist, and/or deeply flawed? - Yes They also discuss the mass incarceration myth that money ...
Attorney Michael Jay Green is one of the most successful attorneys ever in the state of Hawaii. During the podcast, he talks about his early career in Chicago, representing various gangs like the Latin Kings, Latin Queena, Black P Stone Nation, and Jeff Fort himself. He also talks about winning the point shaving case against client John "Hot Rod" Williams. Williams would later go on to sign the largest contract in NBA history at $23.5M Mr. Green's conversation with A-1 Nick of...
It's April 2nd 2020 and Hawaii is in the third week of lock down due to the covid-19 pandemic. The Supreme Court issued an announcement this afternoon assigning a "Special Master" to review the public defender's petition for the release of 426 inmates island wide. Retired Judge Alm is currently running for city prosecutor and was gracious enough to participate in a podcast to discuss the judiciary's recent actions and discuss the future of public safety in the age of covid-19.
Defense attorney Myles Breiner talks about the effect of Covid-19 on the Hawaii Judiciary. Subjects: The New Future of how the judiciary can move forward in the era of pandemics. The Pros and Cons of Teleconferencing and video conferencing Mr. Breiner's inclination to run for City Prosecutor The exposure of inmates to the cover-19 virus while in custody at OCCC, MCCC, KCCC, and HCCC. The possibility of emergency release measure for inmates at all prisons.
A-1 Nick of the A-1 Podecast recaps Tomi Lahren's presentation at the 2020 PBUS Winter Conference. PBUS (Professional Bail Agents of the United States ™) is a professional association representing bail agents nationwide. February 23-26, 2020, the PBUS winter conference took place in Las Vegas and hosted many keynote speakers. Tomi Lahren, a FoxNews contributor and host of FoxNation, spoke to a crowd of PBUS members at the Luxor Hotel and Casino. She mentioned the need for: ...
A1 Nick of the A1 Podcast sits down with city prosecutor candidate RJ Brown. Mr. Brown is a former deputy prosecutor and currently practices in the area of civil litigation. As a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for the City & County of Honolulu, he prosecuted more than 20 felony jury trials on charges ranging from drug possession to murder. Mr. Brown earned his Juris Doctor from William S. Richardson School of Law, University of Hawaii at Manoa. Mr. Brown has been ...





















