Top Attorneys near Monroe County Stock Island Detention Center, FL

Schuhmacher, Hal

324 Southard St
Key West, FL 33040
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Representation In All Criminal Cases

Schuhmacher, Hal

10887 Overseas Hwy
Marathon, FL 33050
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DUI, Felony, Traffic Tickets!

Law Office Of Hal Schuhmacher

Alexandra Heller, Esq.

Davila Gregory D

1111 12th St
Key West, FL 33040
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Fine Roberta S.

1075 Duval St
Key West, FL 33040

In Private Pracitice Since 1985

Keys Criminal Defense, P

402 Applerouth Ln
Key West, FL 33040
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Key West Criminal Defense

600 Whitehead St
Key West, FL 33040
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Donald C. Barrett, P.A.

416-A Fleming Street
Key West, FL 33040
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Sanford Mortgage Corporation

3218 Riviera Dr
Key West, FL 33040
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Alan Fowler Law, P

300 Southard St Ste 207
Key West, FL 33040
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Law, Offices of Samuel J Kaufman

3130 Northside Dr
Key West, FL 33040
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Alan Fowler Law

1101 Simonton St
Key West, FL 33040
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Law Office of Margaret M. Gutierrez, P.L.

1075 Duval St,duval square,#C14
Key West, FL 33040
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The Law Offices of Robert David Malove

524 Eaton St Ste 211
Key West, FL 33040
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Hoffman, Larin & Agnetti, P.A.

422 Fleming St
Key West, FL 33040
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Horan Law

608 Whitehead St
Key West, FL 33040

Garcia Law Firm

515 Whitehead St
Key West, FL 33040
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Robertson & Hunter LLP

501 Whitehead St, Ste. 2
Key West, FL 33040
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McFadyen Victoria Law Office

300 Southard St
Key West, FL 33040
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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.