Top Attorneys near King County Regional Justice Center-Kent, WA

Process Servers, Private Investigators, Polygraphs, Mediations & Notary Public

3111 W Wilshire Blvd
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
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The Law Office Of Erik P. Kaeding

24837 104th Ave SE
Kent, WA 98030
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Newton And Hall Attorneys At Law

610 Central Ave S
Kent, WA 98032
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We know the law, and we know how to protect your rights!

Stewart MacNichols Harmell Inc PS

655 W Smith St Ste 210
Kent, WA 98032
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Law Office of David G. Kontos

1103 W Meeker St Ste 102
Kent, WA 98032
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Dore Law Group, PLLC

1122 W James St
Kent, WA 98032
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Armstrong Law Offices, P.S.

1209 Central Ave S Ste 207
Kent, WA 98032
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Kirshenbaum & Goss Inc

1314 Central Ave S Ste 101
Kent, WA 98032
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Puget Law Group

6703 S 234th St Ste 130
Kent, WA 98032
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The Law Office of Erik P Kaeding

24837 104th Ave SE
Kent, WA 98030
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The Law Offices of Kim E Hunter, P

13036 SE Kent Kangley Rd
Kent, WA 98030
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Iannotti, David, ATTY

655 W Smith St
Kent, WA 98032
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Newton & Hall P

610 Central Ave S
Kent, WA 98032
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Chafetz, Brumley & Hull, PLLC

1209 Central Ave S Suite 120
Kent, WA 98032
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Vasilkovs Donna

25851 201st Ave SE
Covington, WA 98042
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Fornabai Kenneth W

4508 Auburn Way N Suite A-100
Auburn, WA 98002
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Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI (100%)

Carla C Lee Law Office

2317 B St NW
Auburn, WA 98001
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Cordi & Bejarano Inc, PS Attorney

1020 A St SE
Auburn, WA 98002
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Petersen & Su PLLP

15 S Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
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Law Offices of Kim E. Hunter

Auburn, WA 98092
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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.