Top Attorneys near Milwaukee County Jail, WI

Joseph G. Alioto Attorney at Law

10701 West National Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53227
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Kershek Law Offices

10777 W Beloit Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53228
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Kohler, Hart & Powell LLP

735 N Water St Ste 1212
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Meylink Daniel

309 N Water St Ste 350
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Enochs Law Firm

500 W Silver Spring Dr Ste K-200
Milwaukee, WI 53217
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Ploetz Peter D

6525 W Bluemound Rd Ste 21
Milwaukee, WI 53213
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Schoenfeldt Mark A

135 W Wells St Apt 604
Milwaukee, WI 53203
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Law Office of Stephen M. Govin

1110 N Old World 3rd St Ste 201
Milwaukee, WI 53203
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Steinle Michael J

309 N Water St Ste 215
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Ohiku Law Office

740 N Plankinton Ave Ste 800
Milwaukee, WI 53203
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Van Severen Law Office, S.C.

316 N Milwaukee St Suite 200
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Courtney & Molter, S.C.

1433 N Water St Ste 457
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Nolan Defense Alliance

1661 N Water St Ste 501
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Hartley Rauch Law Office

600 W Virginia St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
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Shellow Group The

324 W Vine St
Milwaukee, WI 53212
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Hayes & Rothstein PC

324 E Wisconsin Ave Ste 1111
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Michael G. Levine

630 N Broadway
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Sanders, Daniel H, ATY

735 N Water St
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Schiro Criminal Defense

111 E Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Kohn Smith Roth

1110 N Old World 3rd St Ste 201
Milwaukee, WI 53203
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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.