Top Attorneys near Lake County Jail, IL

Daniels Long & Pinsel LLC

Thomas A. Briscoe P.C.

33 N County St
Waukegan, IL 60085
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Specializes In Criminal & Traffic law.

Smith & Laluzerne

209 W Madison St
Waukegan, IL 60085
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Yolanda M Torrez Law Offices

225 North West Street
Waukegan, IL 60085
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Trusted representation for more than 20 years. Se habla espa¿ol

Scott W. Spaulding Attorney at Law

325 Washington St
Waukegan, IL 60085
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Douglas R Roberts & Associate S

222 Washington St
Waukegan, IL 60085
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Lawyer / criminal law.

G Douglas Grimes

221 Washington St Ste 101
Waukegan, IL 60085
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Melius, Michael M

222 N Martin Luther King Jr Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
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McCollum Steven P

415 Washington St Ste 103
Waukegan, IL 60085
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Jones, Alan E, ATY

203 W Greenwood Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
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Alan E. Jones Attorney at Law, P.C.

203 W Greenwood Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
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Kasper, S Ian

33 N County St
Waukegan, IL 60085
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LaLuzerne & Smith, Ltd

1 N County St
Waukegan, IL 60085
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Fox Lunardi & Zeit

9 S County St
Waukegan, IL 60085
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Law Offices of Winer & Winer

9 N County St Ste 100
Waukegan, IL 60085
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The Law Offices of David R. Del Re, P.C.

200 N Martin Luther King Jr Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
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Atty. Fluri, James E

209 W Madison St
Waukegan, IL 60085
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Torrie Mark Newsome Law Office

705 Yeoman Street
Waukegan, IL 60085
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Soffietti, Johnson, Teegen, Argueta, Bawcum & Barone

209 N West St
Waukegan, IL 60085
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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.