Top Attorneys near Clay County Jail, TX

Cotton Tom C

900 8th St Ste 1250
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
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Serving the Citizens of North Texas For More Than 30 Years

Process Servers, Private Investigators, Polygraphs, Mediations & Notary Public

3111 W Wilshire Blvd
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
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Barrick, Milissa C

901 Indiana Ave
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

The Fass Law Firm, PLLC

710 Lamar St, Suite 440R
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Bob Estrada

1302 14th St
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Smith, Chuck

901 Indiana Ave
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
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Estrada, Robert, JD

1007 11th St
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Smith & Martins Attorney at Law

705 8th St
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Massey-Attorney Robert

916 9th St Ste 102
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Allensworth Thomas L

813 8th St Ste 920
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Stephen R. Bjordammen, Attorney at Law

710 Lamar St Ste 440
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Latham & Rowley

1214 Monroe St
Wichita Falls, TX 76309

Bruce Martin Law

705 8th St Ste 100
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

The Law Office of Chuck Smith PLLC

901 Indiana Ave Ste 300
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
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Wilson, Reginald

813 8th St Ste 920
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Eaves, Jeff

900 8th St Ste 1030, Wichita Falls TX, 76301
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
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Christopher B. Jones Attorneys at Law

710 Lamar St Ste 440
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Law Office of Michael F Payne

1211 Bluff St
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Molina Law

916 9th St
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
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David Bost, Attorney at Law

710 Lamar St Ste 440
Wichita Falls, TX 76301

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.