Top Attorneys near Brooks County Jail, GA

Whelchel and Carlton LLP

203 E Washington St
Thomasville, GA 31792
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Stephen G. Adkins, Attorney at Law

112 Webster St
Valdosta, GA 31601
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Serving the Community for over 10 years

Bennett Law Firm LLP

1108 N Patterson St
Valdosta, GA 31601
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Serving You Since 1960

J Randall Hicks, PC

604 N Patterson St
Valdosta, GA 31601
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Moon Law Firm

119 W North St
Valdosta, GA 31601
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“Fiat Justicia, Ruat Caelum” ~ May Justice Live, Though the Heavens May Fall.

Cork & Cork

700 N Patterson St
Valdosta, GA 31601

Patrick C. Cork

Smith Hall & Williams LLP

206 W Gordon St
Valdosta, GA 31601
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Bajalia Law Firm PC

1810 N Ashley St
Valdosta, GA 31602
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Brooks LeBoeuf Bennett Foster & Gwartney PA

There's Too Much At Stake!

Moody Law Firm

701 Baytree Rd
Valdosta, GA 31602
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Terry Law Firm

111 E Adair St
Valdosta, GA 31601

J. Luke Mitchell, Attorney-At-Law

301 N Court St
Quitman, GA 31643
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Folsom William R Pc

11296 Troupeville Rd
Valdosta, GA 31602

Dodd & Burnham, Trial Lawyers

613 N Patterson St
Valdosta, GA 31601
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John Gee Edwards

108 E Valley St
Valdosta, GA 31601
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Jim T Bennett Atty

1108 N Patterson St
Valdosta, GA 31601
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Michael S Bennett Jr Atty

1108 N Patterson St
Valdosta, GA 31601
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Patrick W. Kerns Attorney At Law, LLC.

502 N Ashley St
Valdosta, GA 31601

Greneker, Samuel F

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.