Top Attorneys near Manatee County Jail, FL

The Lucas Law Firm

17827 Murdock Circle Suite B
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
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All Injuries Law Firm

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Leonard M Johnson PA

1536 Rio De Janeiro Ave # 404
Punta Gorda, FL 33983

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William B Fletcher

559 S Commerce Ave
Sebring, FL 33870
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Chris M Pratt PA

701 8th Ave W
Palmetto, FL 34221
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Wade Thompson PA

1705 4th St W
Palmetto, FL 34221

Hudson J Paul Attorney Esq PA

417 12th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205

Hagopian Gregory S PA

1101 6th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205

Lisa M Orga PA

408 30th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205

Hanlon Law

1111 3rd Ave W Ste 310
Bradenton, FL 34205
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CMB Law

546 12th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
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Richard V Lee, Attorney At Law

515 9th St E Suite 204
Bradenton, FL 34208
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Mata and Reisinger PA

811 Manatee Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205

Tebrugge Legal

520 12th St W Ste 203
Bradenton, FL 34205
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Michaels Steven S Law Office

528 12th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205

Gram Enterprises

528 12th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205
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Msperrylaw

1101 Martin Luther King Jr Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205
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Goodis Thompson & Miller PA

11509 Palmbrush Trl
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
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Robinson Layon F II atty

442 12th St W
Bradenton, FL 34205

Campoli Law Firm

1201 6th Ave W Ste 324
Bradenton, FL 34205

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.