Top Attorneys near Alachua County Jail, FL

Torres Law Firm, PA

4210 NW 37th Place, Suite 300
Gainesville, FL 32606
https://www.torreslawfl.com/

Galigani Law Firm

317 NE 1st St
Gainesville, FL 32601
http://www.galiganilaw.com

Barbarette & Quirk

5538-A NW 43rd Street
Gainesville, FL 32653
https://www.bqlawoffice.com

The Galione Law Firm

7525 NW 4th Blvd suite 40
Gainesville, FL 32607
https://www.galionelaw.com/

The Law Office of Juan C. Calama

Lee Calhoun Bail Bonds

1517 NW 23rd Ave
Gainesville, FL 32605
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Musca Law

19 SW 2nd Street Suite 201
Gainesville, FL 32601
https://www.muscalaw.com/gainesville/

Law Offices of Edwards & Jones

4545 Northwest 8th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32605
https://www.lawfl.net/

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Christopher J. Jones, P.A.

224 NW 2nd Ave, Suite C
Gainesville, FL 32601
http://www.cjjattorney.com

Jorge Luis Colon

5215 SW 91st Ter
Gainesville, FL 32608
http://gatorlawfirm.com

THE LAW OFFICES OF EDWARDS & JONES, CRIMINAL DEFENSE

4545 NW 8th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32605
https://www.lawfl.net/

Hertz & Kearns

618 NE 1st St
Gainesville, FL 32601
http://www.hertzandkearns.com

Gilbert A Schaffnit Law Offices

719 NE 1st St
Gainesville, FL 32601
https://www.gilschaffnit.com/

De Thomasis & Buchanan

1800 N Main St
Gainesville, FL 32609
http://www.reasonabledoubt.org

Lorenzo M. Lleras, Pa

7520 W University Ave Ste A
Gainesville, FL 32607
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Silverman & Vorhis Attorney

4001 W Newberry Rd, Ste A1
Gainesville, FL 32607
www.lawgainesville.com

Bernstein Stephen N Law Offices Of

500 E University Ave, Ste E
Gainesville, FL 32601
http://stevenbernstein.net

Huntley Johnson Attorney

226 SW 2nd St
Gainesville, FL 32601
http://johnsonandosteryoung.com

Mark J. Fraser, Attorney At Law

5347 SW 91st Ter, Ste A
Gainesville, FL 32608
http://mjfraserlaw.com

Johnson & Osteryoung

226 SW 2nd St, Ste S
Gainesville, FL 32601
http://johnsonandosteryoung.com

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.