Top Attorneys near Barnstable County Jail, MA

Westgate, Richard A

695 Wareham St
Middleboro, MA 02346

Grosser & Mulligan

766 Falmouth Rd
Mashpee, MA 02649

Marshal Johnson Attorney At law

743 State Rd
Plymouth, MA 02360

Farrell & Associates

340 Gifford St, Unit 1
Falmouth, MA 02540
http://farrellmenardlaw.com

Farrell Menard Law

340 Gifford St, Unit 1
Falmouth, MA 02540
http://www.farrellmenardlaw.com

Kevin D Callahan

320 Gifford St, Unit 1
Falmouth, MA 02540

Eskenas & Kaplan, P.C.

205 Worcester Ct
Falmouth, MA 02540
http://www.eskenasandkaplanlaw.com/

Law Office Of Brown And Barbosa

683 Main St
Falmouth, MA 02540
http://www.falmouthlawyer.com

James Powderly

536 Main St, #2
Falmouth, MA 02540
https://www.capecoddefenseattorney.com/

Atwood Jack PC

88 Sandwich St
Plymouth, MA 02360

When You rights are on the line y ou need a PROVEN WINNER.

Kelliher Timothy J

18 Main Street Ext
Plymouth, MA 02360

Timothy J Kelliher Law Offices

18 Main St, Ste 301
Plymouth, MA 02360
http://kelliherlaw.com

Don't Roll The Dice, Justice Is Not A Game

Schonland Rodney Esq

9 Sever St
Plymouth, MA 02360

Dimler, Robert D

40 Court St, Ste 3
Plymouth, MA 02360

Mycock Frederick C Attorney

3291 Main St
Barnstable, MA 02630

Peterson, Christie J

3291 Main St
Barnstable, MA 02630

Lawrence A. Zalis, Attorney at Law

275 Millway
Barnstable, MA 02630
http://lawrencezalislaw.com

Massachusetts Family Law Group

9 Cortelli Ct
Plymouth, MA 02360
http://massachusettsfamilylawgroup.com

Enright William E Jr

300 Barnstable Rd
Hyannis, MA 02601

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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.