Top Attorneys near Hamilton County Jail, TN

Luther Anderson PLLP

100 W. MLK Blvd.
Chattanooga, TN 37402
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Our Experience & Expertise is on YOUR side!

Houston & Alexander, PLLC

3417 Dayton Blvd
Chattanooga, TN 37415
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Bergmann III, Paul III

707 Georgia Ave Ste 203
Chattanooga, TN 37402

Don't Go To Court Alone!

Horne, Thomas M

100 E Ml King Blvd
Chattanooga, TN 37402

Johnson James M

805 Canal St
Chattanooga, TN 37402

Levitt & Levitt

312 Vine St
Chattanooga, TN 37403
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Because experience counts

Wagner & Wagner

701 Market St Ste 1418
Chattanooga, TN 37402
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Patrick, Beard Schulman & Jacoway

537 Market St
Chattanooga, TN 37402

The attention you expect. The satisfaction you deserve.

Davis & Hoss, PC Attorneys at Law

850 Fortwood St
Chattanooga, TN 37403
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Lorrie Miller - Attorney at Law

4110 Brainerd Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37411

Zak Newman

510 E 5th St Apt 4
Chattanooga, TN 37403
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Brooks John Allen

1010 Market St
Chattanooga, TN 37402

Ziebold, Meredith, ATY

809 Market St
Chattanooga, TN 37402
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Bill Schwall

736 Georgia Ave Ste 110
Chattanooga, TN 37402

The Law Office of Cindy Bice

701 Broad St Suite Ll-102
Chattanooga, TN 37402

Poston McCracken

707 Georgia Ave Ste 101
Chattanooga, TN 37402

Petty, Jim K, ATY

633 Chestnut St
Chattanooga, TN 37450
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North Shore Law

PO Box 4548
Chattanooga, TN 37405

Dupree, Charles P, ATY

5708 Uptain Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37411
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LAW OFFICES OF JONES & ASSOCIATES

1 Paulmar Dr
Chattanooga, TN 37415
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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.