Top Attorneys near Alexander City Jail, AL

John M. Totten Attorney at Law

105 S. Marion St
Athens, AL 35611
http://www.johntottenlaw.com

Ferguson & Ferguson Attorneys at Law

303 Williams Avenue SW Suite 321
Huntsville, AL 35801
https://fergusonferguson.com

Gregory K Price

116 West Alabama Avenue Suite B
Albertville, AL 35950
https://www.gregorykpricelaw.com/

Vella & King Attorneys at Law

3000 Crescent Ave
Birmingham, AL 35209
http://VellaKing.com

Smith & McGhee, PC

211 W Main St #1
Dothan, AL 36301
https://www.smithmcghee.com/

Tina R McDonald Attorney At Law

101 North Side Square
Huntsville, AL 35801
http://tinamcdonaldlaw.net

Marcus A Jones III Attorney at Law

300 Richard Arrington Junior Boulevard North
Birmingham, AL 35203
https://www.mjlaw-al.com/

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Carmichael Law Firm, LLC

301 North Walston Bridge Road, Suite 100
Jasper, AL 35504
http://carmichaellawfirmllc.com/

Robinson J David Attorney At Law

214 S Daleville Ave
Daleville, AL 36322
http://robinsonattorneyatlaw.com/

The Merrell Law Firm, LLC

101 Riverchase Pkwy E
Hoover, AL 35244
https://www.merrelllawfirm.com/

Christopher D. Salter, P.C

155 Dauphin St.
Mobile, AL 36602
http://christophersalterlaw.com

The Law Offices of Funderburk & Lane

1313 Broad St
Phenix City, AL 36867
http://www.funderburkandlane.com

The Law Offices of John W. Beck

19973 AL-181 Suite B
Fairhope, AL 36532

Joseph Allan Shaw, P.C.

2137 S Hickory St
Loxley, AL 36551
http://www.josephallanshaw.com/

David B Zimmerman, Attorney at Law

155 S Warren St
Mobile, AL 36602
http://zrlawyer.com

Stallings & Eubanks LLC

306 Cherokee Avenue West
Centre, AL 35960
https://stallingsandeubanks.com

Matthew Gosney, Attorney

300 18th Street N
Bessemer, AL 35020
http://www.gosneylaw.com

The Law Office of John Charles Bell, LLC

3430 Independence Drive,Suite 140
Homewood, AL 35209
https://jcbjustice.com/

Bradley Boyd Attorney at Law

225 2nd Avenue East
Oneonta, AL 35121
http://bradleyboydlaw.com

Jones, Hawkins, & Associates, LLC

250 Commerce Street,Ste. 6
Montgomery, AL 36104
https://www.joneshawkins.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.