Top Attorneys near Northampton County Jail, NC

Eugene W. Muse Attorney At Law

211 E Pitt St
Tarboro, NC 27886
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Experience On Your Side.

Nile "Nick" K. Falk, Attorney at Law

301 S Church St Ste 143
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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The Law Is On Our Side.

Etheridge & Hamlett, LLP

212 W Church St
Nashville, NC 27856
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Batts Attorney Richard E

1231 Cobb Corners Dr
Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Tucker, Damian L, ATY

3230 Zebulon Rd
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Perry & Associates

301 S Church St Ste 168
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Osterhout, Mark C

422 Sunset Ave
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Lusby Law P.A.

2860 Ward Blvd
Wilson, NC 27893
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Narron & Holdford PA

204 Tarboro St E
Wilson, NC 27893

Rhyan A. Breen, Attorney At Law

116 Goldsboro St E
Wilson, NC 27893
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Farris & Thomas Law

104 Nash Street North
Wilson, NC 27893
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TD Jones III PA

2514 Nash St N
Wilson, NC 27896

Lusby & Stokes Attorneys, P.A.

2860 Ward Blvd, Suite A
Wilson, NC 27893
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Terry W. Alford Attorney at Law

109 W Main St
Spring Hope, NC 27882

Ward, Damian J, ATTY

241 W Washington St
Nashville, NC 27856

Sallenger & Brown Attorney at Law

701 Nash St W
Wilson, NC 27893
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Jessica Williams Law Offices

4497 Sunset Ave
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Hester & Tucker, PLLC

3230 Zebulon Rd
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Batts Batts & Bell LLP

103 Candlewood Rd
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Law Offices of Leslie Craft

3202 Sunset Ave
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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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.