Top Attorneys near Norfolk County Jail, MA

Thomas F Williams & Associates

21 Mayor Thomas J Mcgrath Hwy,
Quincy, MA 02169
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Yannetti Criminal Defense Law Firm

30 Eastbrook Rd Ste 302A
Dedham, MA 02026
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Healy Law Offices

93 Cedar St
Dedham, MA 02026
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Committee For Public Counsel Services

450 Washington St
Dedham, MA 02026

Maureen A O'Reilly Law Office

601 High St
Dedham, MA 02026

John Gaffney

14 Church St
Dedham, MA 02026
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Avratin Okstein & Queler Lawyer

865 Providence Hwy
Dedham, MA 02026
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Avratin Michael S

865 Providence Hwy
Dedham, MA 02026

John E. DeVito, Esq.

20 Eastbrook Rd Ste 304
Dedham, MA 02026

Mahoney Brian F

30 Eastbrook Rd Ste 401
Dedham, MA 02026

Law Office of Alan J Pransky

20 Eastbrook Rd
Dedham, MA 02026
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No fee is charged for the first appointment

Hurley Jos P

147 Cedar St
Braintree, MA 02184

Law Offices of Russell J Matson, PC

44 Adams St Ste 5
Braintree, MA 02184
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Law Office of Andrew DiCarlo Berman

44 Adams St Ste 5
Braintree, MA 02184

The Law Office of Cynthia E. MacCausland

470 Washington St
Norwood, MA 02062

Engaged, intelligent, strategic representation in the areas of Family Law, Child Welfare, Criminal, Bankruptcy and Consumer Law.

Law Office of Jon A. Ciraulo

1266 Furnace Brook Pkwy
Quincy, MA 02169
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Rosenberg Andrew J Attorney

115 W Squantum St Apt 101
Quincy, MA 02171

Delsinore Law Stoughton

12 Welch Ave
Stoughton, MA 02072
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Attorney Gregory J. White

21 Mayor Thomas J Mcgrath Hwy Ste 501
Quincy, MA 02169

The Law Office of Julius E. Friedman

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.