Top Attorneys near Ben Hill County Jail, GA

Morris Jr Hugh O - Hugh O Morris Jr ATY

500 N Jackson St
Albany, GA 31701
https://hughmorrislaw.com/

Brimberry Kaplan & Brimberry PC

408 N Jackson St
Albany, GA 31701
http://bkblawyers.com

Criminal Defense Offices Of Ron Beckstrom

323 Pine Ave, Ste 10
Albany, GA 31701
http://ronbeckstrom.com

Carter Roosevelt II Attornmey - Roosevelt Carter II ATY

600 S Jefferson St
Albany, GA 31701
http://www.southerngeorgialawyer.com

Weaver Law Offices

911 Pine Ave
Albany, GA 31701
http://weaver-law.com

Vaknin, Joseph Aty

516 Flint Ave
Albany, GA 31701

C B King Law Firm

510 W Broad Ave, Ste C
Albany, GA 31701

Driskell, Ingrid Aty

414 W Society Ave
Albany, GA 31701

Attorney Marlowe

415 W Society Ave
Albany, GA 31701

Phil Cannon & Associates

242 W Broad Ave, Ste B
Albany, GA 31701

Misty G Haskins Attorney

212 Westover Blvd
Albany, GA 31707

Perry & Walters

212 N Westover Blvd
Albany, GA 31707

Walters & Pujadas & Walker PC

113 S Cherry St
Ocilla, GA 31774

Bryan, Cheryle T

419 E Washington Ave
Ashburn, GA 31714
http://www.lawyers.com/cherylethompsonbryan

Pittman, Thomas H

423 Tift Ave N
Tifton, GA 31794

Kemeness Lon P Atty

147 Love Ave
Tifton, GA 31794
https://www.tiftondui.com

Patrick S Ferris LLC

411 Ward St W
Douglas, GA 31533
http://ferris-legal.com

Bryan Rumker Attorney At Law LLC

203 Peachtree St E
Douglas, GA 31533
https://www.rumkerlaw.com

George McCranie Law Firm

301 Jackson St E
Douglas, GA 31533

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.