Top Attorneys near Austin County Jail, TX

Looney & Conrad, P.C.

11767 Katy Fwy #740
Houston, TX 77079
http://www.looneyconrad.com

Adamo & Adamo Law Firm

3200 Travis St 4th Floor
Houston, TX 77006
http://samadamolaw.com

Citizen Law Firm PLLC

2616 S Loop W #625
Houston, TX 77054
http://www.citizenlawfirm.net

Cohen Alan

2425 West Loop S, Ste 200
Houston, TX 77027
http://www.affordablecriminaldefense.com/

Buskirk & Associate PC

20333 State Highway 249, Ste 200
Houston, TX 77070
http://www.buskirkatlaw.com

Israel B. Garcia, Jr., Attorney

6906 Atwell Drive, Suite 201
Houston, TX 77081
http://garcialaw.com/

The Law Offices of Jed Silverman

1221 Studewood Street,Suite 200
Houston, TX 77008
https://www.jedsilverman.com

Jim Medley Defense Lawyer

5225 Katy Freeway Suite 496
Houston, TX 77007
https://www.jimmedley.com/

Abogado Usa Inmigración

1648 GESSNER RD
Houston, TX 77080
http://www.abogadousainmigracion.com/

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Fred Dahr Criminal Defense

405 Main St, Ste 900
Houston, TX 77002
https://texasdefenselaw.com/

Law Offices of Allen Tanner

917 Franklin Street
Houston, TX 77002
http://allentanner.com

Trichter & LeGrand, PC of Houston TX

420 Heights Blvd
Houston, TX 77007
https://www.texasdwilaw.com

Selesky Law Firm

9601 Katy Freeway #290
Houston, TX 77024
http://www.carlselesky.com/

Oconnor & Associates

518 Timber Cir
Houston, TX 77079
https://www.poconnor.com

John T. Floyd Law Firm

2000 Smith St
Houston, TX 77002
https://www.johntfloyd.com

Law Offices of Seth Kretzer

440 Louisiana Street,Suite 1440
Houston, TX 77002
https://kretzerfirm.com/

Eutsler Law Firm

9219 Katy Fwy, # 220
Houston, TX 77024

McClure, Don

917 Franklin St, Ste 310
Houston, TX 77002
http://www.attorneymcclure.com/

THE CAMPA LAW FIRM, P.C

11500 Northwest Freeway Suite 305
Houston, TX 77092
http://philipcampalawoffice.com

Larry B. Douglas Attorney at Law

5444 Westheimer #1000
Houston, TX 77056
http://www.larrybdouglas.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.