Top Attorneys near Blackwell-Thurman Criminal Justice Center, TX

Hines Ranc & Holub

1307 Nueces Street, Suite 101
Austin, TX 78701

Rubin Law Firm, PLLC

3901 S Lamar Blvd, Ste 260
Austin, TX 78704
www.rubinlawtx.com

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Amber D. Farrelly, Attorney at Law and Certified Interpreter

505 W. 12th Street Suite 204
Austin, TX 78701
https://adfelaw.com/

Carroll Troberman, PLLC

1400 W. 6th Street
Austin, TX 78703
https://www.carrolltrobermanlaw.com

Law Office of Alejandro Martinez, PLLC

812 San Antonio Street,Suite 100A
Austin, TX 78701
https://www.atxlegaldefense.com/

The Law Office of Selena Alvarenga

608 W 12th St
Austin, TX 78701
https://www.salvarenga.com

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Kimbrough Legal, PLLC

4425 S MoPac Expressway,105
Austin, TX 78735
https://www.kimbroughlegalpllc.com

Mykal J. Fox, Attorney at Law

404 W. 13th St.
Austin, TX 78701
https://foxthelaw.com/

Smith & Vinson Law Firm, PLLC

1411 West Ave #124
Austin, TX 78701
https://www.smithandvinson.com/

Law Office of Kevin Bennett

1411 West Ave #100
Austin, TX 78701
http://www.kevinbennettlaw.com

Ian Inglis Attorney at Law

1012 Rio Grande St
Austin, TX 78701
https://www.inglisdefense.com/

Law Office of John S. Butler

700 Lavaca St., Ste 1400
Austin, TX 78701
https://lawofficeofjohnsbutler.com

The Law Offices of Mark C. Roles, P.C.

401 Congress Ave., Suite 1540
Austin, TX 78701
https://roleslaw.com/

Marc Chavez Law Firm

Minton, Burton, Bassett & Collins, P.C.

1100 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78701
http://www.mbfc.com/

Tillman Braniff, PLLC

1307 Nueces
Austin, TX 78701
http://www.tillmanbraniff.com

Affordable Jail Release Of Austin.com

1007 East 7th Street
Austin, TX 78702
http://www.affordablejailreleaseofaustin.com/

Wynne & Wynne, Austin

3660 Stoneridge Road, Building E, Suite 101
Austin, TX 78746
https://www.wwlawaustin.com/

Law Office of David D. White, PLLC

608 West 12th Street
Austin, TX 78701
http://wm-attorneys.com

Charlie Roadman Law Office

603 W 12th St
Austin, TX 78701
https://roadmanespiritu.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.