Top Attorneys near Benton County Jail, MN

Todd Peterson Law Office

1637 4th Ave N Ste 104
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
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Kelm & Reuter P.A

1287 2nd St N Ste 101
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
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Mayers, Joseph S, ATTY

1287 2nd St N
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
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Migala Law Office

14 7th Avenue North
St. Cloud, MN 56303
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Samuelson Michael L

2820 2nd St S Ste 100
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
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Jeffrey Dean Criminal Defense & DWI Attorney

400 1st St S Ste 600
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
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Braulick Law Firm

606 25th Ave S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301

Todd Peterson Attorney

16 9th Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303

Meshbesher & Spence

1015 W Saint Germain St Ste 430
Saint Cloud, MN 56301

Stommes Law Office, LLC

1926 W. Division St.
St. Cloud, MN 56301
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Michael S Gaarder Attorney

630 Roosevelt Rd
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
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Action Lawyers

325 33rd Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
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Mr Dwi

2820 2nd St S
Saint Cloud, MN 56301

Michalski Law Office

923 W Saint Germain St
Saint Cloud, MN 56301

Ethan J. Allen, Attorney At Law

155 Central Ave S
Milaca, MN 56353

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Gierman Law

14 7th Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
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Sam Douglas Young Attorney at Law

14 7th Ave N Ste 105
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
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Sam Douglas Young Law Office

14 7th Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
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Vermeulen Law Office

26 7th Ave N
Saint Cloud, MN 56303
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Stommes Law Office

803 W Saint Germain St
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
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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.