Top Attorneys near Carteret County Jail, NC

Wheatly Law Group, P.A.

710 Cedar Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
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Celebrating more than 100 years of service.

Rodney G Fulcher PA

416 Live Oak Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
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Representation like no other.

White & Allen P.A.

304 N. 35th Street
Morehead City, NC 28557
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J. Michael Mills Attorney At Law

507 Pollock St, Ste 5
New Bern, NC 28562

Accident & Injury Law.

Crowe & Godwin

402 Turner St
Beaufort, NC 28516
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Crowe Law Firm

402 Turner St
Beaufort, NC 28516
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Tetterton Law Firm, PLLC

313 Turner Street
Beaufort, NC 28516
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Knowledgeable and Effective Local Counsel

Schulz Stephenson Law

315 Turner St
Beaufort, NC 28516
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Your Local Trial Attorneys Located in Beaufort Nc.

Cummings & Kennedy Law Firm

613 Cedar St Ste A
Beaufort, NC 28516
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WHEATLY WHEATLY WEEKS LUPTON & MASSIE, P.A.

710 Cedar St
Beaufort, NC 28516
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Celebrating more than 100 years of service.

Dodge, Robert C

402 Turner St
Beaufort, NC 28516
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Godwin, Matthew H, ATY

402 Turner St
Beaufort, NC 28516
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J Clarke Phillip III Attorney at Law

503 Cedar St
Beaufort, NC 28516
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Ward Hallett S

503 Cedar St
Beaufort, NC 28516

Stephenson, Sundee G, ATTY

315 Turner St
Beaufort, NC 28516
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Massie Debra L

710 Cedar St
Beaufort, NC 28516

Taylor and Taylor, PA

610 Arendell St
Morehead City, NC 28557
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Craft, Leslie L

3110 Arendell St
Morehead City, NC 28557
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Philip J. Clarke III, Attorney at Law

534 N 35th St Ste I
Morehead City, NC 28557

The Kistler Law Firm

PO Box 1163
Morehead City, NC 28557

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.