Top Attorneys near Bay County Law Enforcement Center, MI

Gower Law PLC

514 E Midland St
Bay City, MI 48706
http://gowerlaw.com/

Fitzgerald Law Firm

905 Columbus Ave
Bay City, MI 48708

Jacobs Stevens J Attorney

45 N Tuscola Rd
Bay City, MI 48708
http://jacobs-jacobs.com

Richard C Sheppard Attorney

703 Washington Ave, Fl3
Bay City, MI 48708
http://smithbrooker.com

Gorte & Day

918 N Water St
Bay City, MI 48708

Kennedy Gill & Ball

306 5th St, Ste 2B
Bay City, MI 48708

Beggs Law Firm PLC

Saginaw, MI 48603
http://beggslawplc.com

Floyd P Kloc PC

2719 State St
Saginaw, MI 48602

Russell J Perry Jr Attorney-At-Law

4407 State Street
Saginaw, MI 48603
https://www.russperrylaw.com

Christopher A. Picard, Attorney at Law at Picard, Tiderington, and McLeod

820 N Michigan Ave
Saginaw, MI 48602
http://cristopherpicard.com

Rod O'Farrell Attorney At Law

1609 Court St
Saginaw, MI 48602

Currie Law

1555 S Washington Ave
Saginaw, MI 48601

James and Heather Gust Attorneys at Law

611 S Michigan Ave
Saginaw, MI 48602

Family Law Ofc-Barbara Maurer

116 Dartmouth Dr
Midland, MI 48640
http://midlandfamilylaw.com

Aleck & Jenkins Law Firm - Ghazey H Aleck II

2828 N Saginaw Rd
Midland, MI 48640
http://www.aleckandjenkins.com

Christine Attorney Stephens At Law

215 N State St
Caro, MI 48723

Gierhart Amy Grace Attorney

451 N State St, Ste 3
Caro, MI 48723

Lori B. Selvidge ESQ

8511 State St.
Millington, MI 48746
http://www.selvidgelaw.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.