Top Attorneys near Buchanan County Law Enforcement Center, MO

A Nadolski PC, James

507 Francis St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
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The Ritchie Law Group

331 Main St.
Platte City, MO 64079
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Kim Brown, Attorney at Law LLC

1803 N Walnut St
Cameron, MO 64429

Todd W Griffee, PC

After Hours Appointments Available

Martsching Law Firm

104 W Kansas St Ste A
Liberty, MO 64068
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Empowering Families Since 1998

Warren Tim L PC

507 Francis St Ste 214
Saint Joseph, MO 64501

Smith Law Office LLC

400 Jules St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
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Williams Dawn

N 510 4
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
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Bruce Enlow Attorney At Law

400 Jules St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501

Brage & Bolander, PC

400 Jules St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501

Guiding Families and Children with Skill, Integrity, and Dedication.

Cloud Amy M Attorney At Law

417 W Main St
Savannah, MO 64485

Delta Force Private Security

3643 Gene Field Rd Apt F35
Saint Joseph, MO 64506

Larry D Goins PC

1806 Oakridge Cir
Saint Joseph, MO 64506

Brage John R

400 Jules St Ste 230
Saint Joseph, MO 64501

Briscoe Rose C Law Office

415 Francis St Suite L100
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
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Briles Law Office

918 Francis St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
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The Ritchie Law Group

400 Jules St Ste 302
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
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Fink Christopher C

1802 Union St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501

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Kranitz, Sadoun & Carpenter

107 S 4th St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
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Kiske Law Office

1911 Jules St
Saint Joseph, MO 64501
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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.