Top Attorneys near Berks County Jail, PA

Eshelman David R Attorney

424 Walnut St
Reading, PA 19601
eshlaw.net

We're With You Every Step of the Way!

Hracho Landis & Favinger

727 Washington St
Reading, PA 19601
http://hllegal.com

Elliott Jeffrey R Attorney

2640 Westview Dr
Wyomissing, PA 19610

Boland Brian F Attorney

2640 Westview Dr
Wyomissing, PA 19610

Lubas Chad D Attorney

2640 Westview Dr
Wyomissing, PA 19610

London Joan E Attorney

2640 Westview Dr
Wyomissing, PA 19610

Lillis James M Attorney

2640 Westview Dr
Wyomissing, PA 19610

Cala Pamela J Attorney

2640 Westview Dr
Wyomissing, PA 19610

Litvinov Law Firm, LLC

606 N 5th St
Reading, PA 19601

Sharon L Gray Law Offices

906 Penn Ave
Wyomissing, PA 19610
https://www.sharongraylaw.com

John C Carlson

519 Walnut St, Ste 3
Reading, PA 19601

John J Grenko Attorney At Law

519 Walnut St
Reading, PA 19601
http://johngrenkolaw.com

Bentley, Gibson, Kopecki, Smith, P.C.

1118 Penn Ave
Wyomissing, PA 19610
https://bentley-law.com

Michael C. Boland

147 N 5th Street Suite #1
Reading, PA 19601
https://www.michaelcboland.com

Know Your Rights! We Get Results

Boland Michael C - Michael C Boland ATY

147 N 5th St, Ste 1
Reading, PA 19601
https://www.michaelcboland.com

Mays, Connard & Rotenberg LLP

1235 Penn Ave,Suite 202
Wyomissing, PA 19610
https://mcr-attorneys.com/

Krasno Krasno & Onwudinjo - David M Kraft ATY

501 Washington St, Ste 305A
Reading, PA 19601
https://www.krasnolaw.com/attorneys

Krasno Krasno & Onwudinjo - Susan M Henry ATY

532 Washington St
Reading, PA 19601

ABBY L Rigdon

535 Court St Ste 1
Reading, PA 19601

Dautrich & Dautrich Law Offices

526 Court St
Reading, PA 19601
http://dautrichlaw.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.