Top Attorneys near Platte County Jail, MO

The Roffmann Law Office, LLC

11 E Kansas St
Liberty, MO 64068
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Martsching Law Firm

104 W Kansas St Ste A
Liberty, MO 64068
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Empowering Families Since 1998

Welch & Webb

500 3rd St
Platte City, MO 64079
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Scott L. Campbell Law Offices

351 Main St Ste 1
Platte City, MO 64079
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Robert A Hooks

214 Ferrel St
Platte City, MO 64079
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Patterson Law Office

351 Main St
Platte City, MO 64079
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Cady Law Firm

501 Main St
Platte City, MO 64079
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Fain, Jennifer M, ATTY

2300 Higgins Rd
Platte City, MO 64079

Keith W Hicklin Attorney

2300 Higgins Rd
Platte City, MO 64079

Law Offices of James P. Deffet

212 W Main St
Smithville, MO 64089
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The Ritchie Law Group

331 Main St.
Platte City, MO 64079
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Bryant King Attorney

7501 NW Tiffany Springs Pkwy
Kansas City, MO 64153
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Dougherty & Holloway

7200 NW 86th St Ste T
Kansas City, MO 64153
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Donald Shanks Law Office LLC

7001 N Locust St Ste 200
Kansas City, MO 64118

Clinton W. Lee

400 N Main St
Lansing, KS 66043

Shafer & Welch Lc

1099 Welt St
Weston, MO 64098
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Holmes Law Office, LLC

601 S 3rd St
Leavenworth, KS 66048
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In Business since 2010

Ahrens Law Office

529 Delaware Street
Leavenworth, KS 66048

Clinton W Lee Law Office

712 1st Ter
Lansing, KS 66043

Quint Shafer Attorney

1099 Welt St
Weston, MO 64098

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.