Top Attorneys near Bell County Law Enforcement Center, TX

Jim Hewitt Attorney

208 E Central Ave Ste 101
Belton, TX 76513
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James H Kreimeyer Attorney At Law

312 E Central Ave
Belton, TX 76513
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Corbin Stapler & Clapper Attorneys

603 N 8th St
Killeen, TX 76541
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Law Offices of David M White

1500 Industrial Blvd Ste 303
Abilene, TX 79602
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Anthony Smith Law Office

208 E Central Ave Ste 104
Belton, TX 76513
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Kurt W Glass Attorney At Law

408 N Main St
Belton, TX 76513
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Anthony Smith Law Office

208 Belton Suite 105
Belton, TX 76513
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F. Edward Brown Attorney

208 E Central Avenue Suite 107
Belton, TX 76513
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Paul L Lepak Attorney At Law

118 E 6th Ave Ste 2
Belton, TX 76513

Joseph C Wiener Office

106 Water St
Belton, TX 76513

Cortes Mares Yolanda

200 E Central Ave
Belton, TX 76513
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Frank Cimino Law Firm

315 S Main St
Belton, TX 76513
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Wohleb, Chris, ATY

306 E Central Ave
Belton, TX 76513

Riley Law Office

306 E Central Ave
Belton, TX 76513

Lowry Joel

328 N Main St
Belton, TX 76513
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Miller, Michael R

520 S Main St
Belton, TX 76513
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Cornish Law Firm

404 N Main St
Belton, TX 76513
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Law Office Of Buck Harris

404 N Main St
Belton, TX 76513
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Parker Jeffrey

514 N Wall St
Belton, TX 76513
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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.