Top Attorneys near Acadia Parish Detention Center, LA

Glen E Howie Law Office

509 N Parkerson Ave
Crowley, LA 70526

Burleigh G Doga

415 N Parkerson Ave
Crowley, LA 70526

Jack Nickel LLC

319 Parkway Cir
Crowley, LA 70526

Lyle O Fogleman Jr

1203 N Parkerson Ave
Crowley, LA 70526

Thomas B Harrington Jr Law Ofc

530 SE Court Cir
Crowley, LA 70526

Law Office Of Luke Edwards LLC

415 S Pierce St
Lafayette, LA 70501

Eric S Neumann Aplc

117 W Convent St
Lafayette, LA 70501
www.ericneumann.com

Jeanne M. Bourque Lafayette Attorney At Law

512 Johnston St
Lafayette, LA 70501

Garrett Valerie Gotch Aplc

701 N Pierce St
Lafayette, LA 70501

Gilder Law

315 S College Rd
Lafayette, LA 70503

Claire Edwards, Attorney

321 W. Main St., Ste. 1-A
Lafayette, LA 70501
http://www.clairebedwards.com

The Guillory Law Office Of Joshua

600 Jefferson St, Ste 509
Lafayette, LA 70501
http://jsguillorylaw.com

Sanford & Long

600 Jefferson Street 509
Lafayette, LA 70501

Law Office Of Joshua Guillory

317 E University Ave
Lafayette, LA 70503
http://www.jsguillorylaw.com

Lasseigne, Randy J

321 W Main St, Ste 1
Lafayette, LA 70501

Donald Cleveland Law Office

201 E Main St, # E
Lafayette, LA 70501
http://ddclaw.net

The Goode Law Firm Aplc

812 Johnston St
Lafayette, LA 70501
http://www.goodelawyer.com

THE LAW OFFICES OF KENNETH W. DEJEAN

417 West University Avenue
Lafayette, LA 70506
http://kwdejean.com/

Guilbeau Law Office

106 W Congress St
Lafayette, LA 70501

What is a bail hearing?

After a defendant is arrested, a bail hearing is scheduled to determine if the defendant is a flight risk and to set the amount of his or her bail or deny the bail and bonds altogether if the defendant is deemed a flight risk.

How long after an arrest does it take to set bail?

States have laws that specify when a bail hearing must take place after an arrest. For most states, the hearing must be held 48 to 72 hours after the arrest – but weekends and holidays will not count towards this time.

What is a bail bond?

A bail bond is a contractual guarantee, issued by a licensed bail bond agent, between the agent the defendant and the court, that promises the court the full bail payment if the defendant does not show up for his or her scheduled court hearing.

How quickly can a bail bond be issued?

Once defendants have received a bail amount at their bail hearing, and contacted a bail bond service, the bail and bonds are usually accomplished within 24 hours of the bail hearing.

What is the cost of a bail bond?

States set the fee for a bail bond, and in most states, the fee is 10 percent of the total bail. This fee is paid to the bond agent for the bond service, and it is a non-refundable fee.

Are there any alternatives to a bail bond?

Yes. Defendants may pay the full price of the bail, opt for a property bond or try to gain a release through their own recognizance.

What if a defendant cannot afford a bail bond?

Defendants who cannot afford a bail bond can try for a release on their own recognizance, search for a bail bond agent who offers a payment plan, or remain in jail until their court hearing.

What happens if a defendant flees?

If a defendant flees the full amount of the bail is due, the defendant will be charged with costs associated with their recovery and the amount of the bail is forever forfeit even after the defendant is recovered.

What type of collateral can be used for a bail bond?

Almost anything of value can be used as collateral for a bail bond, including retirement or private savings, property, or personal items of value such as jewelry or antique collections that belong to the defendant or to family members or friends who accept responsibility for the collateral.

When does the bail bond end?

The process for bail and bonds ends when defendants appear for their court hearing. Regardless of the outcome of their hearing, as long as they show up, the bonds are terminated.