Top Attorneys near Jefferson County Downtown Jail, TX

James R. Makin P.C. Criminal Attorney At Law

1900 Broadway St.
Beaumont, TX 77701
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Voted "Best Attorney" by Beaumont Enterprise Readers' Choice

Reynolds, Nathan L

221 S Memorial Fwy Ste 100
Nederland, TX 77627

Packard, LaPray Attorney At Law

1240 Orleans St
Beaumont, TX 77701
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Bellamy | Dennison

637 N 7th St Ste 104
Beaumont, TX 77702

William Marcus Wilkerson, Attorney at Law

595 Orleans St Ste 1115
Beaumont, TX 77701
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Boudreaux, Donald L, ATTY

495 Pine St
Beaumont, TX 77701

Sikes, Douglas

490 Park St
Beaumont, TX 77701
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Luke Nichols

550 Fannin St Ste 700
Beaumont, TX 77701

Black G Patrick

485 Milam St
Beaumont, TX 77701

Jd Hamm

1900 Broadway St
Beaumont, TX 77701

Alan D Mclemore Attorney At Law

3580 Calder Ave
Beaumont, TX 77706

Barlow Douglas M Law Office

485 Milam St
Beaumont, TX 77701
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Haynes J T, PLLC

415 Center St
Beaumont, TX 77701

J.T. Haynes, PLLC provides expert legal services to the Beaumont, TX area.

Boudreaux Donald L

398 Pearl St Ste 1000
Beaumont, TX 77701

Templeton & Brinkley

2090 Broadway St
Beaumont, TX 77701
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Gilbert Adams Law Offices

1855 Calder St
Beaumont, TX 77701
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Starnes David W

390 Park St Ste 700
Beaumont, TX 77706
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Galmor Stovall Law Firm

2626 Calder St Ste 104
Beaumont, TX 77702
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Donald W. Duesler & Associates

1025 Interstate 10 N
Beaumont, TX 77706

Law offices of Todd Leblanc

3410 Laurel St
Beaumont, TX 77707

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.