Top Attorneys near Amite City Jail, LA

Breckenridge, Russell

102 N Myrtle St
Amite, LA 70422

Palmer Robert E Attorney

104 N Laurel St
Amite, LA 70422

Christmas Law Firm

210 E Mulberry St
Amite, LA 70422
http://christmaslawoffice.com

Stoutz & Stoutz Law Firm

3606 Canal St, Ste A
New Orleans, LA 70119

Doskey Law Plc

807 Howard Ave
New Orleans, LA 70113

Calogero Law Firm

825 Baronne St
New Orleans, LA 70113

Bookman, Marie

1100 Poydras St
New Orleans, LA 70163

Roderick Rico Alvendia Attorney At

909 Poydras St, Ste 1625
New Orleans, LA 70112

Greene, John F

702 N Carrollton Ave
New Orleans, LA 70119

Johnson Law Office

839 Saint Charles Ave, Ste 309
New Orleans, LA 70130
http://johnson-law.net

Buck, Frank

757 Saint Charles Ave, Ste 201
New Orleans, LA 70130

Richard Hobbs Barker IV APLC

228 St. Charles Avenue, Suite 501
New Orleans, LA 70130
https://barkerlaws.com/

Jack H Tobias LLC

1515 Poydras St, Ste 2260
New Orleans, LA 70112

Whittaker, Bruce G

3801 Canal St, Ste 325
New Orleans, LA 70119

Cashio, W Donald

807 Howard Ave
New Orleans, LA 70113

Wright McMillan & Moore Law

1010 Common St, Ste 1950
New Orleans, LA 70112

Weiser Law Firm LLC

3801 Canal St Ste 205
New Orleans, LA 70119
http://www.haroldweiser.com/

H2 Law LLC

1100 Poydras St, Ste 2900
New Orleans, LA 70163
http://h2law-neworleans.com

Southern Legal Clinics

3848 Vtereans Memorial Blvd Ste,, Ste 201
New Orleans, LA 70112
http://www.southernlegalclinics.com

Napoleon Law Firm LLC

4902 Canal St, Ste 201
New Orleans, LA 70119

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.