Top Attorneys near Montgomery County Jail, TN

Goble & Yow, PLLC

306 Franklin St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Vinson & Coffinberry PC

3 Court Square
Erin, TN 37061
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Law Office Of Brian E Price

412 Franklin St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Goble, Andrea

215 Franklin St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Etson Law

215 Franklin St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Runyon & Runyon

301 Main St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Grimes, Sensing & Clemons PLLC

120 S 2nd St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Hyder Law

212 Madison St Ste 101a
Clarksville, TN 37040
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United Community

1206 Cumberland Dr
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Rourk Attorney at Law

2758 Union Hall Rd
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Kennedy Law Firm The

127 S 3rd St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Patton & Pittman Attorneys

101 N 3rd St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Law Offices of Dennis W. Stanford

215 S 2nd St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Phillips Law PLLC

215 Franklin St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Aldred Law Firm

221 S 2nd St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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The Kennedy Law Firm

2167 Wilma Rudolph Blvd
Clarksville, TN 37040
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The Kennedy Law Firm, PLLC

2050 Fort Campbell Blvd
Clarksville, TN 37042
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Law Office of Edward E. DeWerff

119 Franklin St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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Poland, William H, JD

408 Franklin St
Clarksville, TN 37040
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The Law Office of Gregory D. Smith

331 Franklin St Ste 1
Clarksville, TN 37040
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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.