Top Attorneys near Knox County Jail, IL

Toner Law Office

1216 SW Adams Street
Peoria, IL 61602

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Conner William C Attorney At Law

4600 N Prospect Rd
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
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A competent, affordable attorney.

Janssen Law Center

333 Main St
Peoria, IL 61602
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Thomas Dale Attorney

337 Court St
Pekin, IL 61554
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Long, Chad M, ATY

117 E Main St Ste 101
Galesburg, IL 61401
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Nelson, Elisa M, ATTY

313 E Main St
Galesburg, IL 61401
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Barry M Barash Attorney

256 S Soangetaha Rd Ste 108
Galesburg, IL 61401

Christopher W. Kanthak Attorney At Law

161 S Cherry St Ste 102
Galesburg, IL 61401

Kenneth James Hogan, P.C.

311 E Main St Ste 415
Galesburg, IL 61401

Barash & Everett, LLC

256 S Soangetaha Rd Ste 108
Galesburg, IL 61401
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Kanthak, Christopher, ATTY

161 S Cherry St
Galesburg, IL 61401
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Kimberly A. Norton-Attorney at Law

161 S Cherry St
Galesburg, IL 61401

H Wayne Statham Attorney

139 S Cherry St
Galesburg, IL 61401

Rehn & Skinner

5 E Simmons St
Galesburg, IL 61401
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Skinner, James E

5 E Simmons St
Galesburg, IL 61401
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Attorney Sherry Lawson-Weaver

64 S Prairie St Ste 216
Galesburg, IL 61401
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Smith & Weer PC

250 E Main St Ste 316
Galesburg, IL 61401
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Lawson-Sanchez Law Office

311 E Main St
Galesburg, IL 61401
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Alcorn Nelson LLC

313 E Main St
Galesburg, IL 61401
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Kelly, Mark V, ATY

151 N Seminary St
Galesburg, IL 61401
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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.