Top Attorneys near Jackson County Jail, MS

Miller & Smith Law Firm

1922 23rd Ave
Gulfport, MS 39501
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Hasbrouck Tanya Law Firm

3106 Canty St
Pascagoula, MS 39567

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Adrianne Crawford Wells attorney at law

3007 Magnolia St
Pascagoula, MS 39567

Conant, Richard C

1910 Denny Ave
Pascagoula, MS 39567

THE LAW OFFICES OF DUSTIN N. THOMAS, PLLC

525 Krebs Ave
Pascagoula, MS 39567

A Lawyer Who Understands

Wiggins Law PLLC

645 Delmas Ave
Pascagoula, MS 39567

Miller Law Firm, PLLC

1113 Jackson Ave
Pascagoula, MS 39567

Stephen W Burrow, Attorney at Law

1226 Jackson Avenue, Suite 102
Pascagoula, MS 39567
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Miller Law Offices

1633 Jackson Ave
Pascagoula, MS 39567
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Hunter, Lee

906 Convent Ave
Pascagoula, MS 39567

Mark V. Knighten Attorney at Law

1113 Jackson Ave
Pascagoula, MS 39567

Keith Miller Law Office

1126 Jackson Ave Ste 401
Pascagoula, MS 39567

Tynes Law Firm, P.A

525 Krebs Ave
Pascagoula, MS 39567

Tynes Douglas L Monte Attorney At Law

525 Krebs Ave
Pascagoula, MS 39567
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Barbara E. Harvey, Attorney At Law

1523 Old Spanish Trl
Gautier, MS 39553

Serving the Gulf Coast since 1982

Harvey, Barbara, ATTY

1523 Old Spanish Trl
Gautier, MS 39553

Waters Law Firm

PO Box 376
Gautier, MS 39553

Farrar Law Firm, LLC

996 N Halstead Rd
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
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Lawyers committed to fighting for the rights, health and financial well-being of the people, communities and businesses of Mississippi and Louisiana.

Jeffrey G. Pierce, Attorney

2016 Bienville Blvd
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
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Murphy, George

2336 Government St
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
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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.