Top Attorneys near Darlington County Correctional Center, SC

The Law Office of John Ervin PA

50 Public Sq
Darlington, SC 29532
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The Law Office of Monty Bell

139 Cashua St
Darlington, SC 29532
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Gardner Law Firm

Turner-Hopkins, Cheryl

1315 W Evans St
Florence, SC 29501
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Malloy Law Firm

108 Cargill Way
Hartsville, SC 29550
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Weaver Law Firm

2137 Hoffmeyer Rd
Florence, SC 29501
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McBratney, James T

300 Rainbow Dr
Florence, SC 29501
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The Law Offices of David L. Hood

1801 W Evans St Ste C
Florence, SC 29501
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Strobel Law Firm

1001 W Evans St Ste 103
Florence, SC 29501
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Auman Law Firm

644 S 4th St
Hartsville, SC 29550
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The Gardner Law Firm

2184 W Evans St
Florence, SC 29501
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Parham Law Firm LLC

541 W Evans St
Florence, SC 29501
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The Law Office Of W. James Hoffmeyer

125 Warley St
Florence, SC 29501
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Anderson Law Firm

265 W Evans St
Florence, SC 29501
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Barth, Ballenger & Lewis

205 N Irby St
Florence, SC 29501
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The Law Office of John Ervin PA

1801 W Evans St Ste 106
Florence, SC 29501
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The Law Office of Craig Brown

265 W Evans St
Florence, SC 29501
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Swilley Law Firm

129 S Coit St
Florence, SC 29501
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Jernigan Rodney C

602 2nd Loop Rd
Florence, SC 29505
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McBratney Law Firm

300 Rainbow Dr Ste 207
Florence, SC 29501
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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.