Top Attorneys near Harnett County Jail, NC

Wunsch Law Firm, P

760 Mckinney Pkwy
Lillington, NC 27546
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Jesse Jones Law

130 Pine State St
Lillington, NC 27546
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Buzzard Law Firm

728 S Main St
Lillington, NC 27546
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Charlene Edwards Law Office

1170 N Main St
Lillington, NC 27546
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Charlene Edward Law Office

130 Pine State St
Lillington, NC 27546
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Hendrick Law Firm P

208 Spring Ave
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
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Moran-Bates Law

602 E Academy St Suite 101
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
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Mercogliano & Associates

7621 Purfoy Rd
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
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Hendrick Law Firm

Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
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Miller, Stall, & Munz, P.A.

109 N 13th St
Erwin, NC 28339
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Christopher Munz Attorney at Law

10900 Us 421 S
Erwin, NC 28339
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Parker & Frey PLLC

600 W Cumberland St
Dunn, NC 28334
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The Attorneys with the Experience to Level the Playing Field.

Levinson Law Firm PA

124 E Main St
Benson, NC 27504
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Pope Law Firm Attorney & Counselors

403 W Broad St
Dunn, NC 28334
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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.