Top Attorneys near Bayou Dorcheat Correction Center, LA

John D. and Eric G. Johnson Law Firm, LLC

303 Green St
Minden, LA 71055
http://www.ericgjohnsonlaw.com/

Sentell Sherb - Sherb Sentell III

111 N Monroe St
Minden, LA 71055
http://www.sentelllaw.com

Warren William Rick Professional Law Corp

219 Main St
Minden, LA 71055

Bowie & Beresko APLC

400 Travis St
Shreveport, LA 71101
https://shreveportlawyers.net

Law Offices of Mark D. Frederick, LLC

2800 Youree Dr.,Suite 400
Shreveport, LA 71104
https://www.shreveport-injurylawyer.com/

Mills Lawyers

331 Milam St, Ste 312
Shreveport, LA 71101
www.millslawyers.com

Mouton Law Firm

400 Travis St Ste 1102
Shreveport, LA 71101
http://edwardmouton.com

A.J. Hodges, IV - Attorney at Law

416 Travis St,Suite 1004
Shreveport, LA 71101
https://www.ajhodgesattorney.com/

Angela Smith Law

852 Texas Ave
Shreveport, LA 71101
https://www.angelasmithlaw.com

The Hill Law Firm, LLC.

2210 Line Avenue,Suite 105
Shreveport, LA 71104
http://thehilllawfirmllc.com

Law Offices of J. Dhu Thompson

7607 Fern Avenue,Suite 402
Shreveport, LA 71105
https://dhuthompsonlaw.com

Law Offices of J. Ransdell Keene

9105 Ellerbe Rd,Suite 200
Shreveport, LA 71106
https://www.jrkeenelaw.com/

Miciotto, Ronald J

628 Stoner Ave, Ste C
Shreveport, LA 71101
https://www.markmiciottolawoffice.com

Law Office Of Alan Stegall

212 Texas St #100
Shreveport, LA 71101
http://jphlaw.net

Steven D. Carby LLC

628 Stoner Ave, Ste C
Shreveport, LA 71101

Kammer & Huckabay, LTD - APLC

820 Jordan Street,Suite 480
Shreveport, LA 71101
http://kandhlawoffice.net

Craig Smith, Attorney - Criminal Defense & DUI DWI Defense

3646 Youree Drive
Shreveport, LA 71105
http://www.smith-john.com/

Broocks Greer, Attorney at Law, LLC

839 Kings Highway,Suite 230
Shreveport, LA 71104
http://www.broocksgreerlaw.com/

Smith & John

3646 Youree Dr
Shreveport, LA 71105
http://smith-john.com

Seabaugh Joffrion Sepulvado

401 Market St, Ste 1150
Shreveport, LA 71101
https://www.seabaughlaw.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.